Australia Air Freight Market Size and Share Outlook Report: Forecast Trends and Growth Analysis (2025-2034)

The Australia Air Freight Market was valued at AUD 1.76 Billion in 2025, and is projected to reach AUD 2.56 Billion by 2034, rising at a CAGR of 3.80%.

Based on service, the Australia air freight market growth is being driven by freight as it involves the transportation of a wide range of products such as perishable items, industrial equipment, and others

The Australia air freight market is thriving, as air freight services enable the rapid and efficient transportation of goods over long distances. They carry high-volume shipments or specialised cargo requirements for industries such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods as they require specialised handling and transportation conditions to ensure their integrity and safety during transit.

Certain packages, parcels and shipments require fast and reliable transportation within a specific timeframe, industries such as e-commerce, retail, healthcare, and manufacturing utilise these services to provide quick order fulfilment.

The developments in the Australia air freight market have led to the integration of new changes to the air cargo screening requirements. The Australian government announced that all outbound international air cargo must be examined under the enhanced air cargo examination (EACE) program regardless of its destination before it is loaded onto the plane.

This report offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Service

• Freight
• Express
• Mail
• Others

Market Breakup by Destination

• Domestic
• International

Market Breakup by End Use

• Private
• Commercial

Market Breakup by Region

• New South Wales
• Victoria
• Queensland
• Australian Capital Territory
• Western Australia
• Others

Australia Air Freight Market Share

Commercial air freight services handle the transportation of goods and cargo for businesses, facilitating international trade and supply chain logistics. This sector includes airlines, freight forwarders, and logistics companies that offer extensive networks and specialised services to meet the demands of various industries, such as retail, manufacturing, and e-commerce. The commercial air freight market's significance is driven by the need for fast, reliable, and efficient transportation of goods globally.

Leading Companies in the Australia Air Freight Market

The growth of the air freight market is fueled by an increasing need for quick and efficient transportation of goods over long destinations, and regulatory changes.

• Qantas Airways
• Tasman Cargo Airlines Pty Limited
• Kuehne & Nagel Australia Pty Ltd.
• Federal Express (Australia) Pty Ltd.
• Freight and Customs Pty Ltd.
• Others