The air freight volume in the Middle East & North Africa has shown fluctuating trends over the past decade. Starting at 23.11 billion tonne kilometers in 2013, it saw a notable increase to 34.4 billion tonne kilometers by 2023. While growth was strong in the earlier part of the decade, with compound annual growth rates (CAGR) consistently above 9% until 2017, the latter part of the decade exhibited more volatility, with a significant drop in 2020 (-13.41%) due to global disruptions. The year-on-year growth rebounded strongly in 2021 (22.39%) but again declined in 2022. The minor growth in 2023 (5.38%) indicates a modest recovery.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of ongoing geopolitical developments in the region could affect air freight volume.
Technological advancements in logistics and supply chain efficiency might drive future growth.
Environmental regulations and green logistics initiatives could influence operational dynamics and freight volume.