Global Airport Operation Market To Exceed USD 44.70 Billion by 2035| CAGR of 21.5 %

Category: Aerospace & Defense

RELEASE DATE Aug 2025
REPORT ID SI15345

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Airport Operation Market is Expected To Grow From USD 5.25 Billion in 2024 to USD 44.70 Billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 21.5 % During the Forecast Period 2025-2035.

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Browse key industry insights spread across 240 pages with 120 Market data tables and figures & charts from the report on the "Global Airport Operation Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Operation (Terminal Infrastructure Maintenance and Upgrade, Passenger Screening, Catering and QSR, Smart Technologies, Baggage Screening, and Aircraft MRO), By Airport Size (Class A, Class B, Class C, and Class D), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 – 2035." Get Detailed Report Description Here: https://www.sphericalinsights.com/reports/airport-operation-market         

 

The term "airport operation market" refers to the full range of services, initiatives, and activities that facilitate the efficient operation of airports. Among other airside and landside functions, it covers everything from air traffic control to runway management, baggage handling, passenger services, security screening, and terminal maintenance. This market is crucial to the efficient, safe, and timely movement of people, products, and aircraft. Systems for financial operations and information management that support scheduling, billing, and communication are also included. The market for airport operations, which is fueled by growing demand for air travel globally, the development of infrastructure, and technological advancements, is essential to the aviation industry's growth, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. It also significantly contributes to economic growth and the overall travel experience. LCCs rely on efficient airport operations to maintain short turnaround times, which is driving demand for streamlined services including automated ticketing, boarding systems, and expedited ground handling. However, high expenses, labor shortages, infrastructure constraints, regulatory barriers, and difficulties with environmental compliance are some of the restraining issues.  

 

The baggage screening segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the operation, the airport operation market is divided into terminal infrastructure maintenance and upgrade, passenger screening, catering and QSR, smart technologies, baggage screening, and aircraft MRO. Among these, the baggage screening segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The luggage screening section is focused on maintaining excellent security while cutting down on passenger wait times at checkpoints. Modern and innovative technology are being used by airports to improve baggage screening.   

 

The class A segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the airport size, the airport operation market is divided into class A, class B, class C, and class D. Among these, the class A segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. Growing demand for air travel worldwide and ongoing modernization efforts are the main drivers of the Class A sector. Significant expenditures made by the public and business sectors to improve capacity, security, and the traveler experience are advantageous to these airports.  

 

North America is expected to hold the majority share of the global airport operation market during the forecast period.

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North America is expected to hold the majority share of the global airport operation market during the forecast period. North America's market share is further reinforced by the existence of significant international airports and important industry participants. It is anticipated that further improvements to airside operations, security procedures, and terminal infrastructure will support expansion and establish the area as a key hub for international airport operations and associated services.  

 

Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest pace in the global airport operation market during the forecast period. Demand for improved airport operational efficiency and technical modernization is being driven by the region's strong economic development as well as an increase in both local and international tourism. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the use of automation and smart technologies in airport operations would further accelerate market expansion.        

 

Major vendors in the global airport operation market are IBM, Indra, QinetiQ, Siemens, ES Mobility, Inform GmbH, Daifuku Co., Ltd., Cisco Systems, Inc., Amadeus IT Group, Honeywell International Inc., Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Damarel Systems International Ltd., Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, and Others.   

 

Key Target Audience

  • Market Players
  • Investors
  • End-users
  • Government Authorities 
  • Consulting and Research Firm
  • Venture capitalists
  • Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

 

Key Market Development 

  • In August 2025, In partnership with Ericsson, Passenger Terminal Today will hold a webinar on September 17th titled "Future-Proof Connectivity for Today's Critical Airport Operations," which will highlight the revolutionary potential of private 5G in airports.

 

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the airport operation market based on the below-mentioned segments:Global Airport Operation Market, By Operation

  • Terminal Infrastructure Maintenance and Upgrade
  • Passenger Screening
  • Catering and QSR
  • Smart Technologies
  • Baggage Screening
  • Aircraft MRO

 

Global Airport Operation Market, By Airport Size

  • Class A
  • Class B
  • Class C
  • Class D

 

 Global Airport Operation Market, By Regional Analysis

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Australia
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

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