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Low-cost airlines play a significant role in global connectivity, offering more affordable travel options. These airlines often operate with tight margins and rely on ancillary products like baggage fees and seat selection to boost revenue. Here's a look at the top ten low-cost carriers by revenue.

In tenth place is Mexico's Volaris, generating $3.2 billion annually. Founded in 2005, Volaris serves 200 routes across seven countries with a fleet that includes various Airbus models. "Volaris was founded in August 2005, and commenced operations in March 2006," according to ch-aviation.

Brazil's GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes ranks ninth with $3.59 billion in revenue. Known for its all-economy seating, GOL operates Boeing aircraft across Latin America. The airline is noted for its punctuality among low-cost carriers.

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Frontier Airlines from the United States stands eighth with $3.66 billion annually, serving 103 destinations using Airbus aircraft. Frontier is recognized for its animal-themed aircraft tails.

AirAsia of Malaysia ranks seventh, earning $4.37 billion per year while operating a red-painted fleet across Asia-Pacific regions with a focus on Airbus planes.

Spirit Airlines, another U.S.-based carrier known for its yellow livery, ranks sixth at $5.06 billion in revenue, operating an extensive network of low-cost routes.

Hungary's Wizz Air comes fifth with $5.57 billion annually, featuring a purple two-tone livery and operating numerous European routes using Airbus jets.

Jet2 from the UK takes fourth place at $6.23 billion, flying both Airbus and Boeing models primarily to leisure destinations.

The UK's easyJet ranks third globally among budget airlines with $9.96 billion in annual revenues, operating an all-Airbus fleet across Europe from various bases.

Ireland's Ryanair stands second among low-cost carriers worldwide at $14.96 billion yearly revenue, utilizing mainly Boeing 737s for its vast network of routes across Europe and beyond.

Topping the list is Southwest Airlines from the United States with an impressive $27.37 billion in annual revenue—the highest among low-cost carriers globally—using a substantial fleet of Boeing 737s to serve primarily domestic routes within the U.S.

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