Market overview
The global aviation fuel market is worth USD 331 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 481 bn by 2036, growing at a 3.8% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Jet A and Jet A-1 is the largest by fuel segment.
| Scope | Aviation fuel supplied into aircraft at airports: jet fuel, aviation gasoline and sustainable aviation fuel, counted at into-plane prices including fuelling services. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Value 2025 | USD 320 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 331 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 481 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 3.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 377 million tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 505 million tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 879 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Aviation Fuel market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 331 bn |
| 2027 | USD 344 bn |
| 2028 | USD 357 bn |
| 2029 | USD 370 bn |
| 2030 | USD 384 bn |
| 2031 | USD 399 bn |
| 2032 | USD 414 bn |
| 2033 | USD 430 bn |
| 2034 | USD 446 bn |
| 2035 | USD 463 bn |
| 2036 | USD 481 bn |
Aviation Fuel market segmentation
By fuel
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet A and Jet A-1 | 95.5% | 75.3% | USD 316 bn | 1.4% |
| Sustainable aviation fuel | 3.0% | 23.8% | USD 9.9 bn | 27.7% |
| Aviation gasoline | 1.5% | 0.9% | USD 5.0 bn | -1.3% |
By user
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial airlines | 84.0% | 84.3% | USD 278 bn | 3.8% |
| Cargo operators | 7.0% | 7.6% | USD 23.2 bn | 4.6% |
| Business and general aviation | 6.0% | 5.6% | USD 19.9 bn | 3.1% |
| Military | 3.0% | 2.4% | USD 9.9 bn | 1.6% |
By fuelling method
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrant systems | 46.0% | 47.0% | USD 152 bn | 4.0% |
| Refueller trucks | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 152 bn | 3.3% |
| Apron pit and other dispensers | 8.0% | 9.0% | USD 26.5 bn | 5.0% |
By airport type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International hubs | 52.0% | 53.0% | USD 172 bn | 4.0% |
| Regional airports | 30.0% | 30.0% | USD 99.4 bn | 3.8% |
| Military and private airfields | 18.0% | 17.0% | USD 59.6 bn | 3.2% |
By supplier type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil majors | 38.0% | 34.0% | USD 126 bn | 2.6% |
| National oil companies | 34.0% | 34.0% | USD 113 bn | 3.8% |
| Independents and traders | 28.0% | 32.0% | USD 92.7 bn | 5.2% |
Top 25 countries for aviation fuel by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 67.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 91.4%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 79.5 bn | 24.0% | USD 104 bn | 2.7% |
| 2 | China | USD 43.1 bn | 13.0% | USD 68.3 bn | 4.7% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | USD 14.9 bn | 4.5% | USD 20.2 bn | 3.1% |
| 4 | India | USD 14.9 bn | 4.5% | USD 29.8 bn | 7.2% |
| 5 | Germany | USD 13.2 bn | 4.0% | USD 17.3 bn | 2.7% |
| 6 | United Arab Emirates | USD 13.2 bn | 4.0% | USD 20.2 bn | 4.3% |
| 7 | Japan | USD 11.6 bn | 3.5% | USD 14.4 bn | 2.2% |
| 8 | France | USD 11.6 bn | 3.5% | USD 14.9 bn | 2.5% |
| 9 | Singapore | USD 9.9 bn | 3.0% | USD 13.5 bn | 3.1% |
| 10 | Turkey | USD 9.9 bn | 3.0% | USD 16.4 bn | 5.1% |
| 11 | Canada | USD 9.7 bn | 2.9% | USD 13.6 bn | 3.4% |
| 12 | Brazil | USD 8.8 bn | 2.6% | USD 13.9 bn | 4.7% |
| 13 | Australia | USD 7.3 bn | 2.2% | USD 10.2 bn | 3.4% |
| 14 | Spain | USD 6.4 bn | 1.9% | USD 9.0 bn | 3.4% |
| 15 | Italy | USD 5.8 bn | 1.8% | USD 8.1 bn | 3.4% |
| 16 | Netherlands | USD 5.4 bn | 1.6% | USD 7.5 bn | 3.3% |
| 17 | South Korea | USD 5.0 bn | 1.5% | USD 7.0 bn | 3.4% |
| 18 | Saudi Arabia | USD 4.7 bn | 1.4% | USD 7.5 bn | 4.7% |
| 19 | Russia | USD 4.5 bn | 1.4% | USD 6.1 bn | 3.2% |
| 20 | Mexico | USD 4.3 bn | 1.3% | USD 6.7 bn | 4.7% |
| 21 | Thailand | USD 4.1 bn | 1.2% | USD 6.4 bn | 4.7% |
| 22 | Malaysia | USD 3.9 bn | 1.2% | USD 6.2 bn | 4.7% |
| 23 | Indonesia | USD 3.8 bn | 1.1% | USD 6.0 bn | 4.7% |
| 24 | Qatar | USD 3.7 bn | 1.1% | USD 5.8 bn | 4.6% |
| 25 | Hong Kong | USD 3.5 bn | 1.1% | USD 5.6 bn | 4.7% |
| Rest of world | USD 28.4 bn | 8.6% | USD 42.6 bn | 4.1% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- ExxonMobil
- Shell
- BP
- TotalEnergies
- Chevron
- China National Aviation Fuel
- Phillips 66
- Valero Energy
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- World Kinect
- Skytanking
- Neste
- Eni
- Indian Oil Corporation
- Saudi Aramco
- Repsol
- Moeve
- ENEOS Holdings
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Gevo
- Montana Renewables
- World Energy
- LanzaJet
- Twelve
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 aviation fuel 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 3.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by fuel, by user, by fuelling method, by airport type, by supplier type. 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 aviation fuel market?
The global aviation fuel market is estimated at USD 320 bn in 2025 and USD 331 bn in 2026.
How fast will the aviation fuel market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 481 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 3.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 150 bn.
Which country is the largest market for aviation fuel?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 79.5 bn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 41.5%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 7.2% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which aviation fuel segment is largest?
In the by fuel split, Jet A and Jet A-1 is the largest segment with 95.5% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading aviation fuel companies?
Global leaders include ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, TotalEnergies.
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