Colombo, Oct. 15 (Daily Mirror) - SriLankan Airlines has won the Visitors’ Choice Award for Leading International Airline at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, reinforcing its standing in the regional travel and tourism industry.
The airline, which has received the accolade in previous years, was the only international airline recognised in the category this year.
The 10th anniversary edition of SATA was held earlier this month at Hotel Barcelo Nasandhura in Malé, Maldives, bringing together government ministers, diplomats, distinguished dignitaries and senior representatives of leading airlines and their respective head offices.
Commenting on the achievement, SriLankan Airlines Head of Commercial Dimuthu Tennakoon said the award reflected the airline’s commitment to serving passengers and strengthening its presence across the region.
“Being named the Leading International Airline in the Visitors’ Choice Awards once again is a meaningful acknowledgement of our commitment to serving our passengers and strengthening our presence in the region. This award inspires us to continue enhancing the travel experience we offer and to build stronger connections with the markets and communities we serve,” he said.
SriLankan Airlines operates nearly 130 flights a week to 15 destinations across India, Pakistan, the Maldives, Nepal and Bangladesh, offering convenient connections for passengers travelling to Colombo for business or leisure, as well as those connecting to destinations worldwide.
The airline connects passengers to 130 destinations in 63 countries through its own services and codeshare partnerships. Its direct flights cover cities across Europe, Australia, the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia and the Far East.
SriLankan Airlines operates an all-Airbus fleet comprising A330-200, A330-300, A320 and A321 aircraft.
The award further strengthens the airline’s regional profile and recognises its efforts to deliver quality service while building lasting relationships with passengers and industry partners.
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