10 Most Profitable Airlines In The World: 2019 Rankings

#4 Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines Co (NYSE:LUV) is the only low-cost airline in our list of the most profitable airlines in the world. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, it operates more than 4,000 departures during the peak travel season. Unlike the other big airlines, South West Airlines operates mainly in the U.S, focusing on domestic passengers. The airline maintains operations in over 100 destinations across the U.S and ten additional countries.

The airline generated a net income amounting to $2.5 billion in 2018, slightly lower from a net income of $3.4 billion recorded in 2017.