Akasa Air recorded the highest passenger load factor (PLF) among domestic carriers at 90.5% in March 2026, according to the DGCA data. The airline maintained strong seat occupancy levels despite growing capacity, outperforming competitors. IndiGo followed with 83.5%, while Air India Group reported 82.3%. The figures highlight sustained demand across key routes, with newer airlines like Akasa demonstrating strong network optimisation and efficient capacity utilisation.
Janice Alyosius is a travel and MICE journalist focusing on business travel, destination marketing, aviation and industry policy. She leads editorial content at MICEtalk and also writes for TravTalk, covering global trends, trade developments and key industry conversations. With regular reporting from tourism forums, conventions and on-ground industry events, her work blends news-led analysis with strong industry voices, offering clear context and relevance for travel trade professionals and decision-makers.