By the end of 2025, air cargo is expected to perform robustly, driven by strong demand from Asia and Africa that fuels global trade.

In December 2025, global air cargo demand surged by 4.3% year-on-year, primarily driven by international traffic, with notable growth in Asia Pacific (10.7%) and Africa (10.1%), while the Americas saw a decline. For the entire year, demand rose by 3.4%, indicating a shift toward stability, aided by e-commerce and supply chain adjustments. Asia Pacific led with an 8.4% increase, whereas North America experienced a 2.2% contraction. Despite jet fuel prices dropping, cargo yields fell by 2.6%, highlighting a market increasingly influenced by international flows and regional demand variations.