Latin America Inflight Shopping Market Seen Soaring ~6% Growth to Reach USD Million by 2033, Projects UnivDatos

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Increasing air traffic of passengers in Latin America increases the in-flight shopping demand and revenues.

• The increased consumption of middle-class consumers spurs the demand for premium and luxury in-flight retail products.

• Digital payment and onboard e-commerce adoption increase convenience and interaction with customers.

• Airlines develop the product range beyond the duty-free essentials to appeal to a wider range of tastes in the passengers.

• Individualized shopping with the help of data analytics forms upsell potential among high-end travelers.

According to a new report by UnivDatos, the Latin America Inflight Shopping Market is expected to reach USD million in 2033 by growing at a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period (2025-2033F). The Latin American in-flight shopping market is gradually shifting towards new forms of ancillary revenue, and passengers are becoming increasingly interested in the onboard shopping experience. Due to the increasing traffic of air passengers in Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Chile, as well as the growing middle class and its need for high-quality products, growth is supported. Though the old-fashioned duty-free sales are still significant, the airlines are expanding to sell electronics, wellness, and travel accessories. The digital transformation via pre-order systems, in-store applications, and contactless payment systems is transforming the retailing model and aligning it to global aviation trends. Nevertheless, the lack of cohesive regional infrastructure, unstable economic environment, and unequal consumer purchasing power are the obstacles to realizing steady progress in all markets.

Segments that transform the industry

• Latin America's in-flight shopping market falls into first class, business class, premium economy, and economy based on the aircraft type. Among them, business class has had a large market share. This dominance is fueled by an increase in the disposable income of business travelers, their fondness for high-end products, and the customized retail service that airlines provide to this segment. The business class is even more supported by improved cabin services, an exclusive line of products, and the convenience of digital shopping platforms as a major contributor to in-flight retail revenues.

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According to the report, the rising number of air passengers in Latin America has been identified as a key driver for market growth. Some of how this impact has been felt include:

• The region is also majorly propelled by the steady growth in air passenger traffic across Latin America as a magnetic force behind the in-flight shopping market. As IATA points out, Latin America has persistently done better than the world in terms of post-pandemic recovery, with countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia leading the way in domestic and international route expansion. This growth is not only a recovery of the tourism industry but also the growth of low-cost airlines that have opened air travel to the middle class. According to the International Air Transport Association IATA, the total number of air passengers in Latin America and the Caribbean grew by 3.4% in June 2025. This resulted in 38.3 million passengers, representing an increase of 1.3 million passengers compared to the same month in the previous year. The increased number of passengers provides an enlarged captive market to the airlines to connect with during the flights, where they could realize opportunities to sell retail goods, duty-free, lifestyle, and exclusive travel products. With more travel in both leisure and business, the in-flight shopping is poised to become a convenient medium by which discretionary money can be tapped. Air companies that match product offerings by passenger profiles will be able to increase ancillary revenue streams significantly.

Key Offerings of the Report

Market Size, Trends, & Forecast by Revenue | 2025−2033.

Market Dynamics – Leading Trends, Growth Drivers, Restraints, and Investment Opportunities

Market Segmentation – A detailed analysis By Aircraft Type, By Carrier Type, By Shopping Segment, By Country

Competitive Landscape – Top Key Vendors and Other Prominent Vendors