Best Airlines in India 2022

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The airlines in India are fueled by the fast growing business of the Civil Aviation in India. As of November 2018, India's domestic airline market is ranked as the third largest in the world and is e (Read More)xpected to reach top rank in the next 10 to 15 years. A lot of this is credited to the increase in competition among the domestic carriers in India. Over the past couple of years, homegrown carriers have consistently offered low prices for air travel while maintaining and improving their services. This has resulted in the influx of customers opting for air travel which is gradually increasing with each successive year. Domestic airlines are also actively trying to push out accommodative schedules, more package deals and convenient booking systems to keep their consumer base happy. But with so much competition and choices, which one should you choose for the best flying experience? To help ease your decision, we have here, a comprehensive list of some of the best airlines in India which you can consider for your next flight.

Here is the list of 8 Best Airlines in India 2022

1. Vistara

The newest addition to the Indian domestic market, Vistara is a joint venture between Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines. Vistara is quickly becoming popular for its affordable travel rates coupled with premium hospitality. The name 'Vistara' is symbolic of its vision of infinite expansion and the desire of the airline to become the Best Airline in India to the people.
Headquarters - Gurgaon
Type - Full service
IATA - UK
ICAO - VTI

2. Indigo

As of June 2018, Indigo commands a substantial 42% share of the Indian Aviation market. It has the largest fleet size in India and consequently can transport the largest number of passengers each year. Indigo also ranked first in the list of best airlines in India. Frequent flyers regularly choose Indigo for the cheapest flight fares, and deals offered year-round.
Headquarters - Gurgaon
Type - Low cost
IATA - 6E
ICAO - IGO

3. Air India

Despite its recent struggles, Air India continues to be one of the most sought-after airline by the people of India for domestic as well as international travel. It offers some of the cheapest fares while also providing the most luggage capacity (25 kg for the economy class) among all the airlines which is highly appreciated by flyers. Air India's solid belief in offering the warmest of hospitalities is symbolised by their mascot, 'The Maharajah' and makes it one of the Best Airlines in India.
Headquarters - Delhi
Type - Full Service
IATA - AI
ICAO - AIC

4. SpiceJet

SpiceJet headquartered in Gurgaon, India is a popular low-cost airline in India. In terms of the number of domestic passengers carried each year, it is ranked fourth in the country. 312 daily flights are in operation under SpiceJet across 55 destinations; 48 of which are national while 7 are international. The premium services of this airline are offered under the banner of SpiceMax. These premium services include complimentary meals, priority check-in and boarding, extra legroom, etc.
Headquarters - Gurgaon
Type - Low cost
IATA - SG
ICAO - SEJ

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5. AirAsia

AirAsia is a Malaysian budget airline carrier which recently started operating in India under its subsidiary AirAsia India. With this AirAsia became the first foreign airline carrier to set up a subsidiary in India. Kempegowda International airport near Bengaluru serves as its primary base of operations. AirAsia India offers some of the best hospitality to their customers at unbelievably low prices. For ten years in a row, AirAsia has bagged numerous awards and has been hailed as the best budget airline internationally.
Headquarters - Bangalore
Type - Low cost
IATA - I5
ICAO - IAD

6. GoAir (Now Go First)

Owned by the conglomerate Wadia Group, GoAir (Now Go First) started operations in November of 2005. Since then, it has managed to command 8.4% of the market share in terms of the number of passengers carried each year. Go First is primarily a budget airline, but it has introduced its 'frequent flyer program' GO CLUB which offers premium services such as access to airport lounges and free upgradation to 'Go Business' (business class).
Headquarters - Mumbai
Type - Low cost
IATA - G8
ICAO - GOW

7. Air India Express

Air India Express is Air India's answer to the surge to low-cost carriers which dominates the domestic and international commercial aviation market in India. Based out of Kochi in Kerala, it is a subsidiary which started operations in April of 2005. Air India Express operates mainly in southern India excluding Karnataka and including Maharashtra and New Delhi in the north. It mainly focusses on connectivity between the Tier 2 cities of India with nations from the Gulf and South-east Asia.
Headquarters - Kochi
Type - Low cost
IATA - IX
ICAO - AXB

8. Alliance Air

Among the most prominent regional airlines of India, Alliance Air is a subsidiary of Air India whose purpose is to provide connectivity to those destinations with smaller airports and lesser demand in of flights. This airline operates a fleet of smaller capacity airplanes which carry passengers from lower-tiered cities to major hubs.
Headquarters - Delhi
Type - Regional
IATA - 9I
ICAO - AIC

So, be sure to hop on a plane the next time you plan a trip. It is a guarantee that with the list of best airlines in India listed above, you will always have good flying experiences.

This post was published by Joysurjya Hagjer

FAQs on Best Airlines in India 2022

Which is the number 1 airline in India?

Indigo is currently ranked as the best performing airline in India with the highest share of domestic flights. Due to being a low-cost carrier, it is highly preferred among frequent flyers and commands the highest fleet size of any airline in India. As of June 2019, it was estimated that Indigo's flights had over 48% of the domestic market share of India. Indigo also operates international flights to a few destinations from India's major international airports.

How many airlines are there in India?

There are currently 39 airlines operating in India including scheduled, regional, chartered, and cargo airlines. The scheduled airlines are the primary carriers who command a majority of the domestic market share. A majority of these scheduled airlines operate in the budget segment. Indigo, GoAir (Now Go First), and SpiceJet are the popular budget carriers.

Which is the cheapest airline in India?

There are a number of airlines in India that offer budget or cheap flights. Indigo, SpiceJet, and GoAir (Now Go First)are the top three carriers who offer the most number of budget flights to passengers. Indigo runs the largest fleet of aircraft in India and connects almost every major hub to other destinations across the country.

Which are the top airlines in India?

The popular airlines in India include Indigo, SpiceJet and Air India. Indigo commands the highest market share of domestic air travel, as it offers the largest number of flights in the budget segment. In the premium segment, Vistara is among the popular airlines domestically, lauded for its quality service, food and amenities provided to the customers.

Are domestic flights operating in India currently?

Domestic flights in India resumed from the 1st week of June 2020. Flights are now running on a limited basis. Due to the ongoing pandemic, strict safety and hygiene guidelines mandated by the Government of India, have to be followed by passengers. Please refer to the latest guidelines proposed by the Ministry of Aviation, Government of India before or after booking your flight tickets.