Major carriers reopened long-haul routes linking Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, and Sydney, with new season seat capacity recovering to 92% of 2019 levels. Regional airports reported a 38% year-over-year increase in international passenger traffic, above the global average.
Multiple countries eased electronic visas and transit visa exemptions, combined with routine verification of digital health certificates, reducing transit times by 12%-18%. Tourism boards and airlines jointly launched destination discounts, driving simultaneous growth in cross-border vacations and MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) travel.
- Airlines: Added 40+ international routes, with capacity focused on Southeast Asia and Oceania.
- Consumption: Business class and premium economy bookings increased by 6 percentage points.
- Safety: Regional aviation regulators are advancing unified safety and data exchange standards.
Industry analysts predict that if fuel prices remain stable, Asia-Pacific international passenger volume could exceed pre-pandemic peaks by 5%-8% by the end of 2026, driving a secondary recovery in hotels and the MICE market.