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Inflight Catering Industry Projected to Hit USD 32.09 Billion by 2034, Growing at 5.9% CAGR
The inflight catering market, valued at USD 18.10 billion in 2024, is expected to reach USD 32.09 billion by 2034. It is projected to exhibit a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9% from 2025 to 2034.
What Is Inflight Catering?
Inflight catering services aims to cater to the varied dietary preferences, cultural deliberations, and culinary anticipation of passengers, ensuring their ease and satisfaction throughout the flight. By providing a selection of meals, beverages, and snacks, airlines improve passenger experience and encourage customer loyalty.
Airlines participate in diligent menu planning and attainment procedures to handpick varied and tempting dining alternatives for passengers. Alliance with catering suppliers, culinary specialists, and dietary experts ensure the obtainability of fresh, exclusive ingredients and culinary formations customized to passenger preferences. Inflight catering functions comply with stringent food security standards and quality protocols to ensure onboard meals and refreshments' safety and freshness.
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What's Driving Market Growth?
Surge in Air Travel: The global surge in air travel has notably boosted the demand for inflight catering. As per the Airport Council International, in 2024, the air travelers' number reached 9.5 billion, underscoring the growth in air travel demand. The majority of people are booking flights for business, tourism, and respite, encouraging airlines to harbor more commuters and having a favorable impact on inflight catering market growth.
Rise in Disposable Income: There has been an exponential rise in disposable income. As per the US Bureau of Economic Analysis, in 2024 alone, disposable income in the US rose by 0.1% every month. This surge in disposable income has caused more people to make upfront payments for exclusive services involving exclusive inflight meals. Airlines are responding to this demand by providing improved meals, specific dietary alternatives, and more varied menu options.
Which Key Leaders Are Driving Market Growth?
The industry's competitive landscape is portrayed by high barriers to entry because of notable capital needs, strict quality standards, and complex operational logistics included in inflight catering. The list of key companies profiled are:
• ANA HOLDINGS INC.
• dnata
• DO & CO Aktiengesellschaft
• Emirates Flight Catering
• Flying Food Group, LLC
• Gate Group (Gate gourmet)
• LSG Lufthansa Service Holdings AG
• Newrest International Group
• SATS Ltd.
• Servair SA
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Inflight Catering Market Report Highlights
• Based on flight service type, the full-service carriers segment dominated the inflight catering market in 2024 as passengers increasingly seek a more comfortable and premium travel experience.
• By food offering, the meal segment is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period as passengers are increasingly looking for better and more diverse food options, prompting airlines to focus on offering high-quality meals.
• North America dominated the inflight catering market in 2024, driven by a high demand for premium services and diverse meal options.
• Asia Pacific is expected to record a significant share during the forecast period, driven by rising middle class and increased air travel, especially in countries like China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
Which Region Dominates the Market?
The regions covered in the inflight catering market report are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.
North America led the market in 2024 due to high demand for exclusive services and varied meal alternatives.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to record a significant share from 2025 to 2034 owing to the growing middle class and escalated air travel, particularly in nations such as China, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
• North America
o US
o Canada
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o France
o Italy
o Spain
o Russia
o Netherlands
o Rest of Europe
What Segment Leads Market Demand?
By Food Offering Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
• Meal
• Bakery & Confectionery
• Beverages
• Others
By Flight Service Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
• Full-Service Carriers
• Low-Cost Carriers
By Aircraft Seating Class Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
• Premium Economy Class
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