Aegean wins Europe’s Best Regional Airline award for 15th consecutive year

London, United Kingdom. Aegean was named Europe’s Best Regional Airline for the 15th consecutive year at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards, marking its 16th win in the category during 27 years of operation.

The Greek airline, which operates extensively to and from Cyprus, also retained fourth place globally in the ranking for World’s Best Regional Airline.

London ceremony

The award was presented on Monday at the Langham Hotel in London, where Aegean representatives and cabin crew members attended the ceremony and received the distinction.

Passenger survey

The awards are based exclusively on passenger feedback through what Skytrax describes as the world’s largest airline passenger satisfaction survey.

Skytrax, an international airline rating organisation, said the awards are widely regarded as an independent global benchmark for airline standards and are often referred to as the “Oscars of the aviation industry”.

Aegean response

Aegean said the recognition reflected passengers’ trust in the airline and its focus on service quality and improving the travel experience.

“It is a great honour for Aegean to be recognised once again as the ‘Best Regional Airline in Europe’,” Aegean deputy chief executive Michalis Kouveliotis said.

“This distinction is particularly meaningful in today’s demanding and rapidly evolving environment, and is a testament to the commitment, professionalism and dedication of our people,” he added.

“It also reflects the trust that our passengers have placed in us for 27 years, choosing Aegean to travel with comfort, safety and quality,” Kouveliotis said.

“Maintaining the highest standards of quality is a long-standing commitment at Aegean, one that requires continuous investment, innovation and unwavering dedication,” he stated.