Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market is Segmented by Aircraft Seating Class (Economy Class, Business Class, and First Class), Flight Type (Full-Service Carriers and Low-Cost Carriers), Food Type (Meals, Bakery, and Confectionery, Beverages, and Other Food Types), and Geography (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast for all the Above Segments in Value (USD).

Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Size

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Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 4.57 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 7.27 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 9.76 %
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Analysis

The Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size is estimated at USD 4.57 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 7.27 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.76% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The rising emphasis on customer-centric food menus is driving the Asia-Pacific inflight catering services market, as most airlines are adding new items to their menus to provide better quality food to passengers by keeping their preferences in mind. The aftermath of the pandemic led many catering companies in the region to implement newer methods of providing in-flight catering to attract new air travelers and improve the inflight dining experience. In recent years, various airlines have partnered with world-renowned chefs to delight and enhance the in-flight dining experience of the passengers. Several companies are also focusing on providing a curated menu to their customers. For instance, in April 2023, Air India announced that they had remapped how they serve meals onboard the aircraft to attract its customers.

However, the growing operational challenges in the coming years will hamper the market’s growth during the forecast period. The increasing number of air passengers led to increased operational challenges, with caterers facing difficulties such as last-minute requests, sometimes 15 minutes before aircraft departure, short turnaround times, aircraft changes, delays, airport operational limitations, and timely food delivery according to customer specifications. Despite this, with the increasing air travel in this region, the induction of new destinations and new long-haul flights may create future opportunities for the Asia-Pacific inflight catering market. Such factors are expected to drive the market positively during the forecast period.

Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Industry Overview

The market for inflight catering in the Asia-Pacific is semi-consolidated, with few players accounting for the majority share of the market. Gate Gourmet (Gate Group), LSG Sky Chefs (LSG Group), SATS, Cathay Pacific Catering Services (HK) Limited, and Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC are prominent players with a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific inflight catering services market.

These companies are increasing their geographic presence in the market by introducing innovative food options. This includes new menu items and a more comprehensive range of choices, such as vegetarian and gluten-free options, to cater to a diverse range of travelers. For instance, in October 2022, ANA started offering new vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free meals on international flights. Similarly, Singapore Airlines and other airlines have taken initiatives to provide services similar to those of ANA. With a few key players dominating the market, competition is high, and companies are constantly looking for new ways to differentiate themselves and provide a better travel experience for their passengers.

Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market Leaders

  1. Gate Gourmet (Gate Group)

  2. LSG Sky Chefs (LSG Group)

  3. SATS

  4. Cathay Pacific Catering Services (H.K.) Limited

  5. Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market News

March 2024: Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that it would enhance its premium economy class passenger in-flight experience. It plans to provide an improved and expanded selection of food and beverage options.

January 2023: China Airlines announced that to provide the best customer experience for its premium business/business class passengers on all Japanese routes, it had partnered with TOUTOUAN restaurant in Tokyo to serve their natural-style Japanese cuisine.

Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Food Type
    • 5.1.1 Meals
    • 5.1.2 Bakery and Confectionary
    • 5.1.3 Beverages
    • 5.1.4 Other Food Types
  • 5.2 Flight Type
    • 5.2.1 Full-service Carriers
    • 5.2.2 Low-cost Carriers
  • 5.3 Aircraft Seating Class
    • 5.3.1 Economy Class
    • 5.3.2 Business Class
    • 5.3.3 First Class
  • 5.4 Geography
    • 5.4.1 India
    • 5.4.2 China
    • 5.4.3 Japan
    • 5.4.4 South Korea
    • 5.4.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Vendor Market Share**
  • 6.2 Company Profiles*
    • 6.2.1 Gate Gourmet (Gate Group)
    • 6.2.2 LSG Sky Chefs (LSG Group)
    • 6.2.3 SATS
    • 6.2.4 Cathay Pacific Catering Services (HK) Limited
    • 6.2.5 Flying Food Group LLC
    • 6.2.6 Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC
    • 6.2.7 Jetfinity
    • 6.2.8 Newrest Group Services
    • 6.2.9 Air China Limited
    • 6.2.10 Journey Group Inc.

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Industry Segmentation

The Asia-Pacific inflight catering services market covers inflight catering services, which deal with in-flight meals served to passengers boarding the flight. These meals are prepared by catering companies and served to passengers via trolley. The meals are varied and differ from company to company and region to region.

The Asia-Pacific inflight catering services market is segmented by food type, flight type, aircraft seating class, and geography. By food type, the market is segmented into meals, bakery, confectionery, beverages, and other food types. By flight type, the market is segmented into full-service carriers and low-cost carriers. The aircraft seating class segment is classified into economy class, business class, and first class. The report also offers the market size and forecasts for four countries across the region. For each segment, the market size and forecast are provided in terms of value (USD).

Food Type Meals
Bakery and Confectionary
Beverages
Other Food Types
Flight Type Full-service Carriers
Low-cost Carriers
Aircraft Seating Class Economy Class
Business Class
First Class
Geography India
China
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
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Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Market Research FAQs

How big is the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market?

The Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size is expected to reach USD 4.57 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.76% to reach USD 7.27 billion by 2030.

What is the current Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size?

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size is expected to reach USD 4.57 billion.

Who are the key players in Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market?

Gate Gourmet (Gate Group), LSG Sky Chefs (LSG Group), SATS, Cathay Pacific Catering Services (H.K.) Limited and Emirates Flight Catering Company LLC are the major companies operating in the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market.

What years does this Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size was estimated at USD 4.12 billion. The report covers the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Asia-Pacific Inflight Catering Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Asia Pacific Inflight Catering Services Industry Report

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