Azerbaijan Airlines, part of AZCON Holding, has been named Best
Regional Airline in Central Asia & CIS at the 2026 World Airline
Awards. The ceremony, organised by international air transport
rating organisation Skytrax, took place on 18 September 2026 at The
Langham, London.
The award recognises the airline’s continued focus on improving
the passenger experience through fleet modernisation, an expanding
route network and service enhancements.
Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said: “Azerbaijan Airlines is
well established as a benchmark for regional airline service in
Central Asia and CIS. This award showcases the airline’s dedication
to consistent development, with the expansion of its fleet, the
growth of its route network, and enhancement of service
quality.”
Samir Rzayev, Chairman of the Management Board of Azerbaijan
Airlines, said: “This recognition belongs to our people, whose
dedication shapes our passengers’ experience every day. It also
reflects the trust passengers place in Azerbaijan Airlines. As we
invest in new aircraft, expand our network and improve our
services, our focus remains on making every journey safer, more
comfortable and more convenient. We are proud to receive this award
and motivated to keep earning that trust.”
Azerbaijan Airlines continues to strengthen its role in
connecting Azerbaijan with international markets. Its development
priorities combine fleet renewal and network growth with
improvements to onboard services and digital tools, giving
passengers greater choice and a more seamless travel
experience.
