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Flights - Vietnam

Vietnam
  • Vietnam is expected to see a significant increase in revenue within the Flights market.
  • By 2024, revenue is projected to reach US$6.38bn.
  • This revenue is expected to grow annually at a rate of 6.83%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$8.88bn by 2029.
  • The number of users is also expected to increase, with a projected amount of 29.26m users by 2029.
  • User penetration is expected to grow from 20.3% in 2024 to 28.6% by 2029.
  • The average revenue per user (ARPU) is expected to be US$315.40.
  • Online sales are projected to generate 81% of total revenue within the Flights market in Vietnam by 2029.
  • In a global comparison, United States is expected to generate the most revenue in the Flights market with US$143bn in 2024.
  • Vietnam's domestic flights market has grown significantly in recent years, with more budget airlines entering the market and offering affordable options for travelers.

Definition:

The Flights market contains air travel bookings regardless of the purchase channel, such as an airline's website or a travel agency.

Additional Information:

The main performance indicators of the Flights market are revenues, average revenue per user (ARPU), user numbers and user penetration rates. Additionally, online and offline sales channel shares display the distribution of online and offline bookings. The ARPU refers to the average revenue one user generates per year while the revenue represents the total booking volume. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include exclusively B2C revenues and users for the above-mentioned markets. User numbers show only those individuals who have made a reservation, independent of the number of travelers on the booking. Each user is only counted once per year. Additional definitions for each market can be found within the respective market pages.

The booking volume includes all booked flights made by users from the selected region, independent of the departure and arrival airports relating to the booked flights.

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In-Scope

  • Air travel booked over the internet or offline (e.g. in a travel agency or at the airport)
  • All bookings made by users from the selected region, independent of the departure and arrival airports

Out-Of-Scope

  • Non-commercial air traffic
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Study Details

    Revenue

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Key Players

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Sales Channels

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The Flights market in Vietnam 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 the development of the industry.

    Customer preferences:
    Vietnamese customers have shown a growing interest in air travel, with an increasing number of people opting to fly for both domestic and international trips. This can be attributed to several factors, including the rising middle class, improved living standards, and increased disposable income. Additionally, the convenience and time-saving benefits of air travel have become increasingly appealing to Vietnamese travelers.

    Trends in the market:
    One of the key trends in the Flights market in Vietnam is the emergence of low-cost carriers. These airlines offer affordable fares, making air travel more accessible to a wider range of customers. This trend has been particularly popular among budget-conscious travelers, who are looking for cost-effective options without compromising on quality and safety. Another trend in the market is the expansion of routes and destinations offered by airlines operating in Vietnam. This has been driven by the growing demand for travel within the country as well as to international destinations. Airlines are constantly exploring new routes and destinations to cater to the diverse preferences of Vietnamese travelers.

    Local special circumstances:
    Vietnam's geographical location as a Southeast Asian country has contributed to the growth of the Flights market. With its beautiful landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant cities, Vietnam has become an attractive tourist destination for both domestic and international travelers. This has led to an increase in the number of flights to and from the country, as well as the development of tourism-related infrastructure. Furthermore, the Vietnamese government has implemented policies to promote the tourism industry, including visa exemptions for certain nationalities and the development of tourism infrastructure. These initiatives have helped to attract more tourists to Vietnam, thereby driving the demand for flights.

    Underlying macroeconomic factors:
    The Flights market in Vietnam has also been influenced by underlying macroeconomic factors. The country's robust economic growth has resulted in an expanding middle class, which has in turn led to an increase in discretionary spending on travel. Moreover, Vietnam's integration into the global economy has opened up opportunities for business travel, further driving the demand for flights. Additionally, the government's investment in infrastructure development, such as the expansion of airports and the improvement of transportation networks, has facilitated the growth of the Flights market. These investments have made air travel more convenient and accessible, attracting more customers to choose flights as their preferred mode of transportation. In conclusion, the Flights market in Vietnam has experienced significant growth due to customer preferences, trends in the market, local special circumstances, and underlying macroeconomic factors. The increasing interest in air travel, the emergence of low-cost carriers, the expansion of routes and destinations, Vietnam's attractiveness as a tourist destination, and the government's policies and infrastructure investments have all contributed to the development of the industry.

    Users

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Jul 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Methodology

    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.

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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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