Low Cost Carriers or Budget
Airlines are now the most popular mode of transport. They provide cheap tickets
with no extra service. Full Service Carriers or FSCs, provide luxurious
services such as In-Flight Meals, Reclining seats, Airport Lounges, etc. Nowadays,
FSCs are losing their charm among travellers. Tourists always prefer LCCs.
Business Travelers are still flying on FSCs for luxurious services and Privacy.
A few weeks back, we posted a Blog – “10 Best International Full-ServiceAirlines”. In this Blog, we will list down 10 Most Popular Budget Airlines.
Please note that the rankings are based on Customer Demand, Service,
Efficiency, Profitability and Popularity. Let’s get started…….
1. Air Asia: Today, the most
popular and efficient LCC is Air Asia. Air Asia was originally based in Kuala
Lumpur, but now it has divided itself in different markets. You have Air Asia
in Malaysia, Air Asia Indonesia, Air Asia Japan, Air Asia India, etc. This
diversification helps them in operating Domestic and International Flights in
and out of these places. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the main hub for
Air Asia, and the biggest LCC Airport in the world. Air Asia today offers Low
Cost services all over Asia and Australia.
2. Easy Jet: ÚK based Easy Jet is
the most famous Budget Airline in Europe. It has 100s of destinations all over
Europe. It is highly popular among Tourists and Business Travelers. The
Business model followed by Easy Jet has made it the 2nd best LCC in
the world. In close competition with Ryan Air, Easy jet has just managed to
surpass them in this list. Known for its high efficiency and punctuality, Easy
Jet is truly a Brilliant Low-Cost Carrier.
3. Ryan Air: Another successful European LCC is Ryan Air.
Based in Ireland, Ryan Air operates flights all over Europe and Morocco. With a
fleet of over 300 Airplanes, it serves almost every route in Europe. Taking
advantage of being in EU, Ryan Air can fly in and out of any destination in Europe.
With a great safety and efficiency record, Ryan Air stands at number 3. Close
competition with Easy Jet changes its ranking every year. Passengers think Easy
Jet is slightly more comfortable than Ryan Air, which is why it is on Number 3.
4. Southwest Airlines: US based Domestic carrier Southwest Airlines
is one of the best Budget Airlines in the world. It has high demand, efficient
service and a profitable Business model. Southwest Airlines has always had a
great Safety and Punctuality record. The most distinctive feature of this
Airline is the First Come First Serve seating. This encourages passengers to
reach the Boarding Gate early and avoid delays. Southwest Airlines has
literally ruled the American Market by giving stiff competition to American
Airlines, United and US Airways.
5. Norwegian Airlines: Founded in Norway, Norwegian Airlines has
grown itself into a successful Low-Cost Carrier. Since Norway is not a part of
EU, it served Flights to and from Norway only. Later, it opened up a Hub in
Ireland to better serve the European Market. Now it has gone one step further.
Norwegian operates Boeing 787 Aircrafts to serve Trans-Atlantic Routes. It has started
services between Europe and the US at very affordable prices. These Long Haul
Low Fare Routes have made Norwegian very popular among European and American
Passengers.
6. JetStar Airlines: Based in
Australia, JetStar is a famous Low-Cost Carrier. It operates Domestic and
International services. It offers Budget Long Haul Routes in Asia and Oceania.
In the last few years, it has given stiff competition to Qantas and eaten away
their revenue. JetStar is just like Norwegian. They have the same business
model with different locations.
7. Virgin America: Virgin America
is a new and famous American Low-Cost Carrier. It operates Low Cost Flights all
over America, and is slowly giving competition to Southwest Airlines & Jet
Blue. It operates the latest A321 Neo Aircrafts, and provides excellent
customer service.
8. Air Asia X : Air Asia X is a
Medium and Long Haul operator of Air Asia. It offers services to Australia, New
Zealand, China, Japan, India etc. The main focus of this Airline is Medium and Long-Haul
Routes. Most of these routes are operated in and out of Kuala Lumpur. Air Asia
has transferred its expertise to Air Asia X, and made it competitive.
9. Indigo: Based out in India,
Indigo is a famous Short-Haul Low Cost Carrier. The Airline is very famous in
India, and known for its Efficiency and Customer service. The Airline operates
Domestic Routes all over India, and a few short haul International Routes. The
Airline has an excellent Business Model with regular profits and high revenues.
10. JetBlue: JetBlue is another US
based Low Cost Carrier. Started in 2000, it is known for its Customer
Satisfaction and Loyalty. Along with Low Fares, it also provides great
efficiency in its service. With Southwest and Virgin America in the market,
JetBlue has given Americans another option to travel with.
Do you agree with our rankings?
Comment down below. These were the Top 10 Best Low-Cost Carriers of the World.
Give your suggestions and share your experiences with these Airlines.
We would also like you to read
our Blog on the Business Model of Low Cost Carriers on this link: http://360traveller.blogspot.in/2016/11/the-world-of-low-cost-carriers-lcc.html
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