Global air travel demand to slow to 2.1% in 2026: IATA
Jun 13, 2026
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the sharp increase in oil prices and the even greater surge in fuel costs weigh on both our industry and the macroeconomic environment. Global GDP growth will likely lose about half a point to around 2.5% in 2026, and inflation could rise to 5%, reducing households' purchasing power.