IndiGo has once again been recognised by global aviation intelligence platform ch-aviation as having the ‘World’s Youngest Aircraft Fleet’ in 2024 , our second consecutive win in the 100+ aircraft category, with an average fleet age of just 3.94 years.
With over 300 modern, fuel-efficient Airbus A320 and ATR-72 aircraft, IndiGo is among the world’s 10 largest carriers by daily departures, the first Indian airline to fly 100 million passengers in a year (2023), and the first to cross 2,000 daily departures.
IndiGo wins big at the afaqs! Digies Awards 2024 crowned Brand of the Year!
IndiGo clinched the coveted Brand of the Year title, along with 3 Gold, 2 Silver, and 2 Bronze wins, celebrating our powerful digital presence and innovative marketing.
Our wins:
Brand of the Year – Gold
Best Sponsored Post – Gold | ASMR
Best SEM/SEO – Gold | Overall growth of SEO/SEM
Best Lead Gen Campaign – Gold | #nofilter by IndiGo
Best Use of YouTube – Silver | 1Mn+ subscribers’ journey
Best Performance Marketing – Silver | D2C success story
Best Use of Instagram – Bronze | 6E Tours
Best Use of Social Media – Bronze | Overall success story
IndiGo was named ‘Airline of the Year’ at the Air Transport Awards 2024 in Athens, Greece, recognizing our role in driving Indian aviation’s growth, expanding connectivity, and making air travel accessible to millions, including first-time flyers. CEO Pieter Elbers dedicated the award to IndiGo’s 35,000 colleagues, whose commitment enabled us to carry 100 million passengers in 2023. As one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, IndiGo remains dedicated to its promise of affordable fares, on-time performance, and a hassle-free travel experience.
InterGlobe Aviation wins Silver for ‘Best Investment Solution’ at TMI Awards 2023 IndiGo’s Treasury Team was honoured for its innovative overdraft facility backed by fixed deposits — a first-of-its-kind solution that boosts investment flexibility, reduces idle bank floats, and safeguards the company’s credit risk profile and net debt position. This smart approach delivers immediate financial gains, saving ₹11 crore (USD 1.3 million) annually.
IndiGo and Genesis BCW win top PR honour at Kaleido Awards 2024 IndiGo’s campaign ‘Towards New Heights and Across New Frontiers’ won in the Travel, Tourism & Leisure category at ET Brand Equity’s Kaleido Awards. The campaign showcased IndiGo’s global brand-building, smooth leadership transition, and strong messaging on international and domestic expansion. It highlighted our robust fleet, operational excellence, and people-first innovations, reinforcing IndiGo’s position for sustained global growth.
IndiGo’s Corporate Communications team has been named among the ‘30 Top Corporate Communications Teams for 2024’ by Reputation Today, reaffirming our leadership in South Asian aviation. The award was received by Arvind Bhandari (VP – AOCS) from Mr. Yam Kum Weng, EVP – Airport Development, Changi Airport Group, in the presence of senior leaders. This milestone reflects IndiGo’s commitment to excellence in passenger service and strong regional presence, at an event that brought together aviation leaders to drive collaboration and innovation.
InterGlobe Aviation won the ‘Digital Transformation Project of the Year’ at the BW CFO World Awards for digitising and automating key financial tools. With innovations like SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Ariba-Vendor Portal, and the Procure-to-Pay platform, IndiGo has streamlined reporting, enhanced vendor collaboration, and strengthened compliance and data security—delivering a transparent, efficient, and hassle-free experience for all stakeholders.
IndiGo wins ‘Airline of the Year – Domestic’ at Pinnacle Awards 2024
Bengaluru International Airport Limited honoured IndiGo with the top domestic airline award at the 7th Pinnacle Awards, held on 7 June 2024 at the Taj Hotel, Bengaluru Airport. The recognition highlights IndiGo’s operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and strong domestic network.
On 12 June 2024, IndiGo received the prestigious ‘DEI Champion Award’ from the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recognizing our commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace. At IndiGo, diversity and inclusion go beyond policies — we welcome talent across all backgrounds and anchor our approach on three core principles: diverse hiring, an inclusive culture, and effective communication, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
At the FlightGlobal Awards held in London on 21 July 2024, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers was honored for his exceptional strategic leadership and significant contribution to global aviation. Under his vision, IndiGo has accelerated growth, strengthened operational excellence, and expanded its international footprint. This recognition comes as the airline achieved historic milestones, including becoming the first Indian carrier to fly 100 million passengers in a single year—while staying true to its core values of affordable fares, on-time performance, and a seamless travel experience.
IndiGo CarGo was named ‘Best CarGo Airline of the Year 2024’ at the India Cargo Awards, held on 12 August at Sofitel, Mumbai. The honor celebrates the team’s hard work, passion, and operational excellence, reaffirming IndiGo CarGo’s leadership in the industry. As India’s first internet voting–based recognition, the award highlights our commitment to reliability, innovation, and delivering value to customers.