Market overview
The global air charter market is worth USD 38.7 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 76.1 bn by 2036, growing at a 7.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Midsize and super-midsize jets is the largest by aircraft segment.
| Scope | Chartered flights on private jets, turboprops and large aircraft for passengers and cargo, booked by the hour, trip or block. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel and Tourism |
| Value 2025 | USD 36.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 38.7 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 76.1 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 7.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 3,027 thousand flight hours |
| Volume 2036 | 4,430 thousand flight hours |
| Average price 2026 | USD 12,790 per flight hour |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Air Charter market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 38.7 bn |
| 2027 | USD 41.4 bn |
| 2028 | USD 44.3 bn |
| 2029 | USD 47.4 bn |
| 2030 | USD 50.7 bn |
| 2031 | USD 54.3 bn |
| 2032 | USD 58.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 62.1 bn |
| 2034 | USD 66.5 bn |
| 2035 | USD 71.1 bn |
| 2036 | USD 76.1 bn |
Air Charter market segmentation
By aircraft
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light jets | 22.0% | 19.5% | USD 8.5 bn | 5.7% |
| Midsize and super-midsize jets | 36.0% | 36.7% | USD 13.9 bn | 7.2% |
| Heavy and ultra-long-range jets | 26.0% | 29.1% | USD 10.1 bn | 8.2% |
| Turboprops and airliners | 16.0% | 14.8% | USD 6.2 bn | 6.2% |
By purpose
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business | 52.0% | 49.3% | USD 20.1 bn | 6.4% |
| Leisure | 32.0% | 34.9% | USD 12.4 bn | 7.9% |
| Cargo and special missions | 16.0% | 15.9% | USD 6.2 bn | 6.9% |
By booking channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct with operator | 34.0% | 30.0% | USD 13.2 bn | 5.7% |
| Brokers | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 17.8 bn | 6.5% |
| Online platforms and apps | 20.0% | 26.0% | USD 7.7 bn | 9.8% |
By flight length
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short under 2 hours | 56.0% | 54.0% | USD 21.7 bn | 6.6% |
| Medium 2 to 5 hours | 29.0% | 30.0% | USD 11.2 bn | 7.4% |
| Long over 5 hours | 15.0% | 16.0% | USD 5.8 bn | 7.7% |
By charter model
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On-demand charter | 48.0% | 45.0% | USD 18.6 bn | 6.3% |
| Jet card and fractional | 31.0% | 34.0% | USD 12.0 bn | 8.0% |
| Block and shuttle charter | 21.0% | 21.0% | USD 8.1 bn | 7.0% |
Top 25 countries for air charter by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 90.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 97.4%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 22.4 bn | 58.0% | USD 43.5 bn | 6.8% |
| 2 | United Kingdom | USD 1.9 bn | 5.0% | USD 3.6 bn | 6.3% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 6.5% |
| 4 | France | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 2.9 bn | 6.5% |
| 5 | United Arab Emirates | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 3.7 bn | 9.0% |
| 6 | China | USD 1.5 bn | 4.0% | USD 4.0 bn | 9.8% |
| 7 | Switzerland | USD 1.2 bn | 3.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 5.9% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 1.2 bn | 3.0% | USD 2.3 bn | 7.0% |
| 9 | Canada | USD 1.2 bn | 3.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 6.3% |
| 10 | Mexico | USD 968 mn | 2.5% | USD 2.1 bn | 7.8% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 271 mn | 0.7% | USD 495 mn | 6.2% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 259 mn | 0.7% | USD 472 mn | 6.2% |
| 13 | Saudi Arabia | USD 244 mn | 0.6% | USD 533 mn | 8.1% |
| 14 | India | USD 232 mn | 0.6% | USD 502 mn | 8.0% |
| 15 | Russia | USD 217 mn | 0.6% | USD 396 mn | 6.2% |
| 16 | Turkey | USD 205 mn | 0.5% | USD 449 mn | 8.2% |
| 17 | Australia | USD 190 mn | 0.5% | USD 343 mn | 6.1% |
| 18 | Netherlands | USD 178 mn | 0.5% | USD 320 mn | 6.0% |
| 19 | Singapore | USD 163 mn | 0.4% | USD 297 mn | 6.2% |
| 20 | Austria | USD 151 mn | 0.4% | USD 274 mn | 6.2% |
| 21 | Qatar | USD 135 mn | 0.3% | USD 297 mn | 8.2% |
| 22 | Nigeria | USD 124 mn | 0.3% | USD 266 mn | 8.0% |
| 23 | Japan | USD 108 mn | 0.3% | USD 198 mn | 6.2% |
| 24 | South Africa | USD 97 mn | 0.2% | USD 206 mn | 7.8% |
| 25 | Argentina | USD 81 mn | 0.2% | USD 175 mn | 8.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 1.0 bn | 2.6% | USD 1.9 bn | 6.2% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- NetJets
- Flexjet
- VistaJet
- Wheels Up
- Air Charter Service
- Sentient Jet
- Chapman Freeborn
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Luxaviation
- Jet Aviation
- Clay Lacy Aviation
- Gama Aviation
- Jet Edge
- Air Partner
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Volato
- Jet It
- Jet.AI
- Blade Air Mobility
- Surf Air Mobility
- Magellan Jets
- Wijet
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the air charter market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 7.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by aircraft, by purpose, by booking channel, by flight length, by charter model. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the air charter market?
The global air charter market is estimated at USD 36.0 bn in 2025 and USD 38.7 bn in 2026.
How fast will the air charter market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 76.1 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 7.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 37.4 bn.
Which country is the largest market for air charter?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 22.4 bn in 2026, 58.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 67.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 9.8% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which air charter segment is largest?
In the by aircraft split, Midsize and super-midsize jets is the largest segment with 36.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading air charter companies?
Global leaders include NetJets, Flexjet, VistaJet, Wheels Up.
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