Archive · 24 May 2025
Indian Aviation: Domestic Air Travel Up in April, Outlook Stable
In April 2025, more people in India were flying on planes compared to last year.
The number of people flying within the country went up by about 10%.
For the whole financial year, a lot more people flew compared to the previous year.
Also, more people flew to other countries.
Experts think the aviation industry in India will stay steady, with a good chance for more people to fly in the coming year.
They expect the prices of tickets to stay about the same.
Domestic air passenger traffic in April 2025 rose 10.2% year-on-year.
Approximately 145.5 lakh passengers flew domestically in April 2025.
Domestic passenger traffic for FY25 reached approximately 1,653.8 lakh, a 7.6% increase over FY24.
International travel by Indian carriers increased by 14.1% year-on-year in FY25.
ICRA maintains a "stable" outlook for the Indian aviation industry in FY26.
- Who
- ICRA reported on the Indian aviation sector.
- What
- Domestic air passenger traffic rose 10.2% in April 2025, with a 'stable' outlook for FY26.
- When
- April 2025, FY25, and projections for FY26.
- Where
- Within India and internationally.
- Why
- ICRA projects moderate growth in domestic travel and a stable cost environment.
Industry Growth
Market Challenges
Growth vs. Capacity
Industry Growth
The industry is experiencing moderate growth in domestic travel.
Market Challenges
Capacity fluctuations and operational challenges exist.
- April 2025 Domestic Traffic Increase (Year-on-Year)
- 10.2%
- Estimated Domestic Passengers in April 2025
- 145.5 lakh
- FY25 Domestic Traffic Increase over FY24
- 7.6%
- Approximate Total Domestic Passengers in FY25
- 1,653.8 lakh
- FY25 International Travel Increase (Year-on-Year)
- 14.1%
- ICRA's Outlook for Indian Aviation in FY26
- Stable