The aviation industry is bracing for a surge in ticket prices by 2025 due to escalating operational costs. Airlines are facing rising expenses in wages, materials, air traffic control, and airport security checks. The fee cap for security checks is increasing from 10 to 15 euros per passenger, significantly impacting overall costs.
Despite a projected passenger record of 5.2 billion, the net profit per passenger is declining, creating further strain on airlines. This financial pressure is compounded by monopoly positions held by suppliers and intense competition in the market. As a result, airlines are expected to pass these increased burdens onto consumers.
The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents 340 airlines globally, anticipates a net profit increase to $36.6 billion by 2025. However, this profit is tempered by ongoing challenges, including supply chain disruptions and high operational costs.
Industry leaders, such as
Jens Bischof of Eurowings and the German Aviation Association (BDL), are vocal about the need to mitigate these rising expenses. They advocate for the removal of air travel taxes and a reconsideration of higher security fees. There is also a call for the end of national initiatives like the e-kerosene quota, which add to the financial load.
As the aviation sector navigates these financial challenges, consumers should prepare for higher ticket prices in the coming years. The industry is in discussions with governments to find solutions, but the immediate outlook suggests an upward trend in airfares.
