Air Arabia posted a pre-tax profit of AED 1.8 billion for 2025, its strongest annual result on record, as the airline expanded routes and carried a growing number of passengers across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. The budget carrier transported 21.8 million travelers last year, up 16% from 2024, while adding 30 new routes across its six hubs.
Revenue for the year climbed 15% to AED 7.78 billion, supported by higher seat utilization, which rose to 85%, indicating strong demand for low-cost travel despite ongoing regional challenges. In the final quarter alone, Air Arabia reported AED 405 million in net profit on AED 2.12 billion in revenue, carrying 5.7 million passengers and reaching an 87% load factor.
Chairman Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohamed Al Thani attributed the performance to disciplined network expansion and operational efficiency. “Despite geopolitical tensions and inflationary pressures, we continued to grow our customer base and strengthen our presence across key markets,” he said.
Fleet expansion played a key role, with nine Airbus A320-family aircraft added in 2025, including five new A320neo jets offering lower fuel consumption. The carrier now operates 90 aircraft and maintains a network of 219 routes.
Sustainability and social responsibility remained a focus. Air Arabia maintained its MSCI ESG “AA” rating, introduced lower-emission aircraft, and continued its Charity Cloud initiatives, including medical facilities in Egypt and Bangladesh, water projects in Kyrgyzstan, and orphanages in Ethiopia.
The results underline the resilience of regional low-cost carriers in a competitive market. Analysts note that Air Arabia’s multi-hub model, disciplined cost management, and focus on high-demand routes position it well to capture growth opportunities in the post-pandemic travel rebound.
