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Flights - France

France

Highlights

France is expected to see a significant increase in revenue within the Flights market, with a projected revenue of US$18.87bn by 2024.
This is anticipated to grow annually at a rate of 2.58%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$21.43bn by 2029.
The number of users in this market is also expected to increase, reaching 20.22m users by 2029.
It is projected that user penetration in France will be 27.5% in 2024 and 30.9% by 2029.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to be US$1.06k.
Furthermore, it is anticipated that 82% of total revenue in the Flights market will be generated through online sales in France by 2029.
It is notable to mention that in a global comparison, United States is expected to generate the highest revenue of US$143bn in 2024 within the Flights market.
French airlines are expanding their domestic flight routes to cater to the growing demand for local travel within France.

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The Flights market in France has been experiencing significant growth in recent years. Customer preferences, trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors have all contributed to this development. Customer preferences in the Flights market in France have been shifting towards convenience and affordability. With the rise of low-cost carriers and online travel agencies, customers are increasingly looking for the best deals and the most convenient options when booking flights. This has led to increased competition among airlines and travel agencies, resulting in lower prices and more choices for consumers. Trends in the market have also played a role in the growth of the Flights market in France. The increasing popularity of budget travel and the rise of digitalization have both contributed to the expansion of the market. Budget travel has become more accessible to a wider range of consumers, leading to increased demand for flights. At the same time, the digitalization of the travel industry has made it easier for customers to compare prices and book flights online, further driving the growth of the market. Local special circumstances in France have also had an impact on the Flights market. France is a popular tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year. This has created a strong demand for flights, both from international travelers and domestic tourists. Additionally, France has a well-developed transportation infrastructure, with a network of airports that serve both major cities and smaller towns. This has made it easier for travelers to access different parts of the country, further driving the growth of the Flights market. Underlying macroeconomic factors have also played a role in the development of the Flights market in France. The country has experienced stable economic growth in recent years, which has led to increased disposable income for many consumers. This has allowed more people to afford air travel, leading to increased demand for flights. Additionally, France has a strong business travel sector, with many companies operating internationally. This has created a steady demand for business flights, further contributing to the growth of the market. In conclusion, the Flights market in France has been growing due to customer preferences for convenience and affordability, trends in the market such as budget travel and digitalization, local special circumstances including the popularity of France as a tourist destination and its well-developed transportation infrastructure, and underlying macroeconomic factors such as stable economic growth and a strong business travel sector.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on bookings, revenues, and online shares of flights.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use financial reports, third-party studies and reports, federal statistical offices, industry associations, and price data. To estimate the number of users and bookings, we furthermore use data from the Statista Consumer Insigths Global survey. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as demographic data, GDP, consumer spending, internet penetration, and device usage. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, ARIMA, which allows time series forecasts, accounting for stationarity of data and enabling short-term estimates. Additionally, simple linear regression, Holt-Winters forecast, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing methods are applied.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change.