The In Flight Entertainment Market size is projected to reach US$ 11.51 billion by 2031 from US$ 6.84 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.7% in 2023–2031. The growing demand for wireless connectivity onboard and rising consumer preference for using personal electronic devices in flight is anticipated to drive the growth of in flight entertainment market globally over the forecast period. The rising technological advancement in the connectivity sector is driving the growth of in flight entertainment market at the global level.
In flight entertainment services refer to the internet connectivity that airlines are providing to their customers for using their electronic devices onboard. The growing consumer focus on additional service offerings apart from basic airline services is anticipated to drive the in flight entertainment market globally. Customers can watch movies, listen songs, and use their personal electronic devices such as smartphones and laptops onboard for their entertainment purposes. In long haul flights, in flight entertainment services plays a key role in customer engagement which primarily distinct the particular airline from other service providers in the market.
The growing consumer preference for airline travels for long or short distance travels along with rising preference for advanced wireless internet service for operating their personal devices such as smartphones, and laptops are acting as major driver for the in flight entertainment market. The Bring-Your-Own -Device onboard is also driving the demand for in flight entertainment globally. In-flight entertainment connectivity & communication plays a major role in the airline’s reputation among its customers. The high speed connectivity and in flight entertainment content primarily helps in increasing customer base for any airlines.
The growing traveller’s preference for air travel for short or long distances are acting as a major driver for the in flight entertainment market globally. The increasing consumer demand for high-speed connectivity services to watch movies, listen to music and working on some official tasks is also having a major positive influence on the in flight entertainment market. Air travels saves time and efforts which is growing consumer preference for airline travels. The rising number of air travels around the world is driving the growth of in flight entertainment market globally.
The airlines are more focusing on the services to cater more customer base and attract new consumers. Services and amenities offered by the airlines plays a prominent role in attracting customers. Comfortable seats, wide leg space, comfortable cabin temperature, lucrative food and beverage offerings are some of the basic services customers are entitled to get with the purchase of tickets. Apart from the general services, the customers are also demanding for advanced high speed wireless connectivity services for leisure time. The airline service providers are more investing in advancing and speeding up its in flight entertainment connectivity and communication systems for providing better onboard services to its customers, which is anticipated to boost the growth of in flight entertainment market over the forecast period.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the in flight entertainment market analysis are fit type, aircraft type, product type.
The geographic scope of the in flight entertainment market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America.
North America led the in flight entertainment market in 2023. The North America region includes the US, Canada, and Mexico. High investment in advanced technologies and wireless connectivity for airline sector is acting as a major driver for the in flight entertainment market. High presence of airlines and major in flight entertainment device manufacturers are also driving the growth of in flight entertainment market in the North America.
The regional trends and factors influencing the In Flight Entertainment Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses In Flight Entertainment Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market size in 2023 | US$ 6.84 Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 11.51 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) | 6.7% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2022 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Fit Type
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| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The In Flight Entertainment Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the In Flight Entertainment Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
The In Flight Entertainment Market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the market for In Flight Entertainment Market and strategies:
The “In Flight Entertainment Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas: