IATA Has Expanded Global Airport Data Access
The aviation association grew its passenger traffic reporting to cover 188 airports globally.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Air Travel
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The International Air Transport Association has expanded its Nationality Traffic Report subscription to encompass 188 airports. This update allows for granular analysis of terminal-level passenger trends, including nationality and connection data.
Why it matters
Terminal-level data provides stakeholders with specific insights into passenger flow that broader airport-wide averages cannot capture. These findings are essential for making informed commercial decisions across major global transit hubs.
IATA increased coverage to 188 airports, up from 38 previously. Data reveals 75% of international traffic at São Paulo Guarulhos is concentrated in Terminal 3, while over 85% of passengers at New York JFK are non-connecting.
The players
International Air Transport Association
This trade association represents approximately 330 airlines comprising 80% of total global air traffic.
m1nd-set
This research agency provides specialized consumer intelligence and data analysis services for the travel retail industry.
The details
Processed in collaboration with m1nd-set's B1S, the expanded report tracks passenger nationality, destinations, and connection status. By analyzing specific terminals, the service highlights distinct traffic patterns, such as Singapore Changi Terminal 3's strong connectivity and Dubai International Terminal 3's role as a primary transfer hub.
Timeline
The IATA expansion announcement occurred on September 22, 2026.
The traffic trends and terminal data were recorded throughout 2025.
Travel Outlook
The expansion of the IATA Nationality Traffic Report service marks a significant step in how airlines and airports understand global passenger movement. This trend toward high-resolution terminal data follows ongoing efforts to optimize hub operations in an era of complex international travel.
While this data is primarily for commercial use, it highlights the importance of checking terminal-specific information at major hubs like Dubai or Singapore before booking connections. Travelers can use these insights to anticipate which terminals may be busiest or require more transit time during international trips.
The takeaway
Access to granular terminal data reflects the growing complexity of managing transit hubs in a globalized aviation market. Stakeholders can now better identify specific passenger behaviors that drive revenue and operational efficiency at their respective facilities.
Further reading
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