Key Market Indicators
Australia's air transport traffic is projected to experience steady growth, reaching approximately 721,000 departures by 2028. This marks an increase from around 695,000 departures in 2023, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 0.6%. Historically, since 1975, Australia's demand for air transport has grown at an average annual rate of 0.9%. In the global rankings for 2023, Australia held the 13th position, just behind Spain with a similar number of departures. Leading the rankings were China, India, and Canada, occupying the second, third, and fourth spots, respectively.
