The 2023 data highlights the dominance of the United States in global air freight volume, followed by China and Qatar, with notable growth in Ethiopia and Azerbaijan compared to the previous year. While Germany and Saudi Arabia showed significant increases, China and the UAE recorded declines. Over the past five years, countries like Ethiopia and Qatar have exhibited strong growth, whereas China's volume has declined, illustrating shifts in global logistics dynamics.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of economic fluctuations on China’s freight capacity, the increasing influence of Middle Eastern countries like Qatar, and the role of technological advancements in enhancing efficiency across international freight operations.
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 47,010 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 28,180 | 2023 | -4.97% | -11.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Qatar | 18,770 | 2023 | +8.37% | +8.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 15,190 | 2023 | +1.91% | +5.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Arab Emirates | 13,320 | 2023 | -2.07% | -3.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 13,060 | 2023 | +10.53% | +10.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 9,360 | 2023 | +3.87% | -0.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 8,750 | 2023 | +3.33% | +3.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Russia | 7,280 | 2023 | +11.92% | +1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Singapore | 6,590 | 2023 | +14.08% | -1.05% | View data |
