Who Owns Skyscanner? Full Ownership and Company Background Explained

Discover who owns Skyscanner and how Trip.com Group's acquisition in 2016 has shaped its global travel services.

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Skyscanner is owned by Trip.com Group, a Chinese online travel company. Acquired in 2016, Skyscanner has continued to operate as an independent entity while benefiting from the extensive resources of its parent company. This ownership has allowed Skyscanner to enhance its travel booking services and expand globally.

Questions and answers

  1. Who owns Skyscanner?

    Skyscanner is owned by Trip.com Group, a Chinese online travel company that acquired it in 2016.

  2. When did Trip.com Group acquire Skyscanner?

    Trip.com Group acquired Skyscanner in 2016.

  3. How has Trip.com Group's ownership affected Skyscanner?

    Under Trip.com Group's ownership, Skyscanner has continued to operate independently while expanding its travel booking services globally.

  4. Is Skyscanner still operating independently after the acquisition?

    Yes, Skyscanner operates as an independent entity despite being owned by Trip.com Group.