1 April 2026

Middle East airports account for largest capacity shifts globally

Global cargo capacity remains pressured as the Gulf Conflict continues and drives up jet fuel cost.

Airports across the Middle East account for the largest capacity shifts seen anywhere in the world. While the broader trend points to declining capacity, several origins show capacity growth: Muscat (MCT, at +239%), Istanbul (IST, +15%), and Hanoi (HAN, +39%).