The world's best low-cost airlines in 2025, revealed
If you're booking last minute, flying short-haul or generally travelling on a budget, choosing a low-cost airline is one way many of us opt to save some serious cash. And while some budget airlines might have a bad rep, you don't always have to sacrifice punctuality, cleanliness and good service.
Yep, low-cost doesn't equal low-quality. In fact, according to the World Airline Awards, there are 10 particularly great low-cost airlines to fly with.
The highest-rated low-cost airlines, based on a massive customer satisfaction survey, have been revealed in a new ranking. Claiming the crown as the world's best low-cost airline this year is AirAsia, which marks an astounding sixteenth consecutive year of the operator's first-place position.
Co-founder of AirAsia Tony Fernandes said: 'From flying just 200,000 guests in our first year to aiming to welcome our one billionth guest this year – this journey has been made possible by the unwavering support of our guests, and the tireless dedication of our incredible Allstars.'
Scoot, a Singapore-based operator, and Indigo, an Indian airline, round out the top three, but have a look below at the full top 10.
These are the world's best low-cost airlines, according to the World Airline Awards
AirAsia
Scoot
Indigo
Eurowings
Vueling Airlines
Volotea
Transavia
Iberia Express
Flynas
easyJet
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