Transportation Products & Services

International Air Cargo Transportation Services: Market Size, Growth & Forecast to 2030

The International Air Cargo Transportation Services market is valued at about $175 billion (2026) and is projected to grow at a 4.6% CAGR through 2030. The largest cost driver is Jet Fuel (35% of spend). Asia Pacific leads demand at 38%.

Market size
$175.0 bn (2026)
CAGR to 2030
+4.6%
Buyer power
Favours buyers
Tracked suppliers
45
Projected market growth (index, 2026 = 100)
Base year 2026
Official data · Claight projectionForecast
Market size index, 2026 = 100, at the 4.6% CAGR.
Forecast
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2026 base: 1002031 est: 125

Cost structure

Jet Fuel
35%
Labor and Crew Salaries
25%
Aircraft Leasing and Capital Costs
15%
Airport Fees and Ground Handling
15%
Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul
10%

Regional demand split

Asia Pacific demand
38%
North America demand
28%
Europe demand
22%
Middle East demand
8%
Rest of world demand
4%

Key suppliers

FedEx ExpressUPS AirlinesDHL AviationQatar Airways CargoEmirates SkyCargoCathay Cargo
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