Increased Air Traffic Propels In-Flight Catering Services Market Growth Driving Market Acceleration in the In-Flight Catering Services Industry, 2025

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How Large Will the In-Flight Catering Services Market Size By 2025?
The market size for in-flight catering services has seen a substantial surge in the recent times. Projected to expand from a value of $18.06 billion in 2024 to $19.33 billion in 2025, it is expected to follow a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The growth experienced during the historic period is credited to factors such as crisis adaptation, the expansion of air travel, changing dietary habits, emphasis on service quality, and the globalization of cuisine.

How Big Is the In-Flight Catering Services Market Size Expected to Grow by 2029?
Anticipating considerable expansion in the near future, the in-flight catering services market is projected to attain a size of $27.42 billion by 2029, boasting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. This upward trend throughout the forecast period is linked to the adoption of health and safety standards, internationalization of food services, an increase in on-demand services, as well as growth in the premium and luxury markets. The period is also expected to see significant focus on sustainable and eco-friendly procedures. Key consumer tendencies during this period will likely include the rise in demand for on-demand services, personalized and customizable offers, attentiveness to health and wellness, sustainability efforts, and high-end luxury services.

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Which Key Market Drivers Powering In-Flight Catering Services Market Expansion and Growth?
The rise in air travel is predicted to boost the in-flight catering services market. In recent times, there has been a steep increase in the number of air passengers, reflecting that more people are now financially capable of flying. Factors such as lifestyle changes and rising disposable incomes have intensified the surge in demand for air travel for both leisure and business. In-flight catering has thus gained importance, particularly for long-haul network carriers. For example, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), a US-based global airline industry trade organization, reported that air traffic increased by 36.9% in 2023 when compared to 2022. It was also noted that international traffic expanded by 24.2% and domestic traffic by 27.0% in December 2023 compared to the same month in the previous year. Hence, the escalation in air traffic is contributing to the expansion of the in-flight catering services market.

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Which Fast-Growing Trends Are Poised to Disrupt the In-Flight Catering Services Market?
In an effort to improve customer satisfaction and simplify the meal selection process for passengers, many businesses in the in-flight catering services market are creating innovative services such as pre-purchase meal options. This system allows airline passengers to choose and pay for their meals ahead of their flight. For instance, in March 2022, Icelandair, an airline company based in Iceland, launched its Pre-Purchase Meal Options service. This menu features a wide variety of options, from three-course meals with Icelandic and Mediterranean influences to smorrebrod open-faced sandwiches, plant-based and -friendly meals, and sought-after items like the ham and cheese baguette. This service, which is available to economy-class travelers on routes between Iceland and Europe or North America, caters to various palates and dietary requirements, ensuring passengers can enjoy a satisfying meal during their trip.

What Are the Emerging Segments in the In-Flight Catering Services Market?
The in-flight catering services market covered in this report is segmented -

1) By Aircraft Seating Class: Economy Class, Business Class, First Class
2) By Source: In-house, Outsource
3) By Flight Type: Full Service Carriers, Low Cost Carriers
4) By Food Type: Meal, Bakery and confectionery, Beverage, Other Types

Subsegments:
1) By Economy Class: Meal Options (Standard, Vegetarian, Special Dietary), Snack And Beverage Services, In-Flight Entertainment Snacks
2) By Business Class: Gourmet Meal Options, Premium Snack And Beverage Selection, On-Demand Meal Service
3) By First Class: Fine Dining Experience, Customizable Meal Options, Exclusive Beverages And Snacks, In-Flight Chef Services

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Who Are the Global Leaders in the In-Flight Catering Services Market?
Major companies operating in the in-flight catering services market include Korean Air Catering Co. Ltd., Japan Airlines Catering Service Co. Ltd., Cathay Pacific Catering Services Ltd., Emirates Flight Catering LLC, Newrest Group Services SAS, Ethiopian Airlines Catering Services, Singapore Airport Terminal Services Ltd., Flying Food Group LLC, DO & CO Luftfahrt-Catering Service GmbH & Co. KG, Servair S.A., EgyptAir In-Flight Services, Bahrain Airport Services Co. (BAS), Air Culinaire Worldwide Inc., Air Fayre Ltd., Abby's Catering Ltd., Gate Gourmet Ltd., Journey Group plc, LSG Group GmbH & Co. KG, All Nippon Airways Catering Service Co. Ltd., AAS Catering (Air Atlanta Catering), KLM Catering Services Amsterdam B.V., Saudi Airlines Catering Company (SACC), Royal In-Flight Catering A/S, TajSATS Ltd., Aerofood Catering Services Ltd., Dubai National Air Transport Authority Catering, Airport Catering Services (ACS), TUI Catering Ltd., Eurest Catering Ltd., Turkish Airlines Catering services

Which are the Top Profitable Regional Markets for the In-Flight Catering Services Industry?
North America was the largest region in the in-flight catering services market in 2024. The regions covered in the in-flight catering services market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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