{"id":506004,"date":"2026-10-30T11:12:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-30T11:12:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/?p=506004"},"modified":"2026-10-30T11:12:20","modified_gmt":"2026-10-30T11:12:20","slug":"iata-global-passenger-survey-whats-shaking-up-air-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/iata-global-passenger-survey-whats-shaking-up-air-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026: What&#8217;s Shaking Up Air Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Globally, more than 26 million passenger movements take place every day across airports. <\/em><br>That is a lot of people moving through check-in counters, security lines, and immigration desks, each one hoping the journey feels a little less complicated. The IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026, released on 28 October 2026, explores what passengers truly expect from modern air travel. And some of its findings may surprise you. From finding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/flight?lan=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cheap flight tickets<\/a> to clearing immigration, the report looks at the small frictions that shape every journey.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Changing In Air Travel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IATA 2026 Global Passenger Survey collected over 10,000 responses from more than 200 countries. Its findings highlight some important <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/travel-trends-ideas-that-will-rule-your-itineraries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">travel trends 2026<\/a>, particularly the growing use of technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Airports Are Getting Smarter<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_943wp1943wp1943w-1.png\" alt=\"Smart Airport\nAI-generated image for representational purposes only\" class=\"wp-image-506014\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_943wp1943wp1943w-1.png 770w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_943wp1943wp1943w-1-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_943wp1943wp1943w-1-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_943wp1943wp1943w-1-640x400.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Smart Airport<br>AI-generated image for representational purposes only<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The IATA&#8217;s 2026 Global Passenger Survey found that 58% of passengers used biometric identification at an airport in the past year. That is up from 50% in 2025, and a solid 24 percentage points higher than 2022. Simply put, biometrics move mainstream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The survey also shows that people are not just putting up with biometrics. Among those who tried it, 87% said they were happy with the experience, the highest satisfaction level IATA has recorded so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As per the IATA 2026 Global Passenger Survey the interest in digital passports has grown too. About 84% of passengers want to use one for online check-in, and 82% would share it with an airline after booking if it meant getting useful extras, like visa information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, trust is still the big question. The top worries are data breaches (59%), information being shared with other organisations (49%), and unclear handling of personal data (41%). IATA says governments need a common framework for secure Digital Travel Credentials before biometrics can become the norm for international travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/indian-airport-records-ubers-highest-booking-volume-globally\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Airport Records Uber\u2019s Highest Booking Volume Globally<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ai Is Changing How Passengers Plan Travel<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_w09rrsw09rrsw09r-1.png\" alt=\"How people are using AI for travel planning\" class=\"wp-image-506013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_w09rrsw09rrsw09r-1.png 770w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_w09rrsw09rrsw09r-1-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_w09rrsw09rrsw09r-1-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Gemini_Generated_Image_w09rrsw09rrsw09r-1-640x400.png 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>How people are using AI for travel planning<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is another shift that is hard to ignore: AI is changing how passengers plan travel. The IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026 found that 49% of travellers have already used AI while planning a trip. Some used it to find flights (21%), others to compare fares (19%), and quite a few just wanted ideas on where to go next (17%). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And once the flights are sorted, the next step is usually stay. If you are planning a domestic getaway, it is worth checking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all-inclusive India tour packages<\/a> to keep flights, stays, and sightseeing in one place. For international trips, travellers can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/cheap-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book hotels online at the best rates<\/a> soon after confirming their tickets, so the stay is locked in before prices move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Entry Requirements Remain A Barrier<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/travel-visa?asset=%5B%22Photos%22%2C%7B%22slug%22%3A%22white-and-blue-identification-card-QMU1z6ReS5A%22%7D%5D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1.jpg\" alt=\"Travel visa\" class=\"wp-image-491460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/kit-formerly-convertkit-QMU1z6ReS5A-unsplash-1-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Travel visa<\/strong><br><strong>Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/travel-visa?asset=%5B%22Photos%22%2C%7B%22slug%22%3A%22white-and-blue-identification-card-QMU1z6ReS5A%22%7D%5D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kit (formerly ConvertKit)\/Unsplash<\/a><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>But not everything is smooth sailing. Travel barriers are rising, and immigration rules deter passengers more than before. Around 43% of passengers said immigration requirements discouraged them from visiting a destination, up from 33% in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026 also found that among those put off, 53% said the process was simply too complex. Privacy and cost were each mentioned by 17%. Most travellers would rather do things digitally and early, 86% would share immigration information before departure, 45% would prefer finishing formalities before reaching the airport, and 60% would rather apply for a visa online than visit a consulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are planning an international trip, sorting the visa early can save a lot of last-minute stress. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online visa services for 180+ countries<\/a> make it easier to check requirements and apply from home before the travel date gets close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>IATA notes that more than 100 countries issue eVisas, but inconsistent verification standards limit how useful they actually are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Regional Trends<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026 points out at some clear differences in how travellers across the world are responding to biometrics, AI, and immigration rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><td><strong>Region<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key pattern<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Africa<\/td><td>Highest share discouraged by immigration rules (52%); low biometric use but strong interest in digital travel solutions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Asia-Pacific<\/td><td>Highest overall satisfaction (90%); strong willingness to use biometrics, but data-breach concerns remain.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Europe<\/td><td>Lowest overall satisfaction (84%) and the most cautious about digital travel technology; AI and biometric use are below the global average.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>North America<\/td><td>Highest biometric use (63%), but the strongest concern about data breaches.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Latin America &amp; Caribbean<\/td><td>Second-highest satisfaction and the biggest year-on-year improvement; strong preference for completing immigration steps before the airport.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Middle East<\/td><td>Most likely to use AI for travel planning (72%) and most interested in digital passports and biometrics; cost is a more prominent travel barrier than elsewhere.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/factors-affecting-flight-ticket-prices-a-guide-for-travellers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Factors Affecting Flight Ticket Prices: A Guide For Travellers<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This International passenger survey makes one thing clear: travelers embrace biometrics and AI, and the appetite for digital travel keeps growing. But smoother airports will only take us so far if visa processes stay complicated. For travel trends 2026, the real opportunity lies in making identity checks secure, simple, and connected. The Global Passenger Survey (GPS), based on more than 10,000 responses from over 200 countries, suggests passengers are ready, the systems around them just need to catch up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions: IATA Global Passenger Survey 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What are the 10 global indicators used by IATA?<br><\/strong>These are two-letter routing codes that are used to price tickets depending on which regions or oceans you cross. These include WH (Western Hemisphere), EH (Eastern Hemisphere), AT (Atlantic), PA (Pacific), AP (Atlantic &amp; Pacific), TS (Trans-Siberian), FE (Far East), RU (Russian Federation), SA (South Atlantic) and PN (Pacific-North America).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What does IATA stand for?<br><\/strong>It stands for the International Air Transport Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who are members of IATA?<br><\/strong>Membership is open to commercial airlines who offer scheduled international and domestic services. It now covers around 370 airlines around the world, representing the vast majority of international aviation traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Who is IATA and what is its purpose?<br><\/strong>IATA is the global trade association for airlines and the backbone of aviation. Its principal goal is to establish global standards for flight safety, security, efficiency and streamlined booking systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where is IATA headquarters?<br><\/strong>Their official executive headquarters are located in Montreal, Canada, though they also have a massive executive office in Geneva, Switzerland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is passport number required to book international flight in India?<br><\/strong>Generally, no, you can lock in your ticket with just your full legal name and date of birth. However, some specific airlines or third-party booking sites might ask for it upfront, and you will definitely need to enter it before you check in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the reporting time for domestic flights in India?<br><\/strong>You should report at least 2 hours before departure to comfortably finish your check-in and security. The absolute final cut-off for the check-in counters is usually 45 to 60 minutes before the flight takes off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do I have to recheck bags on a connecting international flight?<br><\/strong>Generally, no, if your flights are booked together on a single ticket, your bags are tagged straight to the final destination. However, you will need to collect and recheck them if you booked separate tickets or if your first point of entry requires you to clear customs, like when arriving in the US.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Explore More<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/travel-insurance-for-visa-applications-what-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Travel Insurance For Visa Applications: What To Know<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/hotel-guests-expectation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hotel Guest Expectations In 2026: Five Trends Worth Watching<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/in\/blogs\/cheapest-fuel-countries-where-petrol-costs-less-than-water\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 6 Cheapest Fuel Countries Where Petrol Costs Less Than 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href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/srilanka-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sri Lanka Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/usa-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">US Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/uk-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UK Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/schengen-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schengen Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/canada-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canada Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/australia-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Australia Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/newzealand-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Zealand Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/france-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">France Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/italy-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Italy Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/turkey-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Turkey Visa Online<\/a>&nbsp;|<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/philippines-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;Philippines Visa<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/cambodia-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cambodia Visa Online<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/vietnam-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vietnam Visa Online<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/visa\/oman-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oman Visa<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><br><\/strong><strong>International Tour Packages<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/dubai-tour-packages?utm_source=FOOTER&amp;utm_medium=WEBSITE&amp;utm_campaign=HOLIDAYSFOOTER\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dubai Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/singapore-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Singapore Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/thailand-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thailand Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/malaysia-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Malaysia Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/sri-lanka-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sri Lanka Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/united-states-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">US Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/united-kingdom-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">United Kingdom Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/south-africa-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Africa Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.akbartravels.com\/holidays\/international-tour-packages\/europe-tour-packages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe Tour Packages<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a 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