AirAsia wins two top honors at World Travel Awards Asia 2026

Male : AirAsia has secured two major honors at the World Travel Awards Asia, Oceania and Indian Ocean 2026, retaining its titles as Asia's Leading Low-Cost Airline and Asia's Leading Low-Cost Airline Cabin Crew. The awards ceremony took place in the Maldives recently, according to the airline. AirAsia received the low-cost airline title for the 14th time, while its cabin crew won the regional award for the 10th consecutive year. The recognition comes as AirAsia marks 25 years of operations, having carried nearly one billion passengers to date. The airline serves more than 130 destinations across Asia, Australia and other markets, with a focus on expanding connectivity through network growth and partnerships. Suhaila Hassan, AirAsia's group head of cabin crew, credited employees' professionalism and commitment to customer service for the recognition. She said the airline aims to combine affordable fares with attentive hospitality and highlighted its hijab option for female cabin crew as part of its approach to inclusivity. AirAsia also cited its role at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, where it accounts for 34 percent of flights, linking the airline's network to the airport's international connectivity.