Smart Airport Market to Grow at a CAGR of 16.4% over 2025 to 2032; Growing Adoption of Biometric Solutions to Encourage Market Growth

The global smart airport market size was valued at USD 3.03 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 3.51 billion in 2025 to USD 10.15 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 16.4% during the forecast period.

Fortune Business Insights™ presents this information in its report titled “Smart Airport Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Application (AI/Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Cyber Security, Asset/Resource Management, and Others), By Platform (Hardware, Software, Data Management, and Others), By Airport Model (Airport 1.0, Airport 2.0, Airport 3.0, and Airport 4.0), and Regional Forecast, 2025-2032”.

Smart airports combine modern technologies to streamline operations, boost security, and provide eco-friendly solutions. As air travel grows, these innovations are essential for managing passenger volumes and enhancing travel experiences. Airports, such as Bangalore International Airport Limited, are embracing partnerships to accelerate digital and IT modernization. The collaboration between BIAL, IBM, and Kyndryl to introduce the “Airport in a Box” platform in July 2021 exemplifies the trend of leveraging advanced IT solutions to enhance airport operations and passenger experiences, fueling market growth.

NIA Teamed Up with Amadeus to Enhance Passenger Experience

In July 2023, NIA (Noida International Airport) partnered with Amadeus to implement a Passenger Processing System (PPS), featuring boarding, baggage reconciliation, check-in, and biometric DigiYatra functionalities, enhancing the passenger experience.

Growing Adoption of Advanced Technologies to Drive Market Development

AI-powered systems streamline navigation, provide real-time updates, and facilitate faster check-ins and security processes, reducing wait times and enhancing the passenger experience. For example, automated processes can save up to 80% of time, according to Thales. Moreover, as per ATA's 2022 Global Passenger Survey, with 75% of passengers willing to embrace biometric technologies, such as AI-driven sensors, airports can optimize resource allocation and predict activity peaks, meeting the rising demand for efficient air travel.

However, implementing advanced technologies such as biometrics and IoT infrastructure demands substantial capital, hindering smart airport market growth.  

Industry Participants Focus on Innovation to Optimize Airport Operations

Major players such as SITA, Amadeus IT Group, and Thales are innovating to capture market share in the consolidated smart airport sector. Honeywell’s May 2023 upgrade of airside solutions, including the NAVITAS™ Smart Visual Docking system, showcases advancements aimed at optimizing airport operations amidst rising passenger volumes.

List of Key Players Mentioned in the Report:

• SITA (Switzerland)


• Amadeus IT Group (Spain)


• NEC Corporation (Japan)


• RTX Corporation (U.S.)


• Sabre Corporation (U.S.)


• Siemens AG (Germany)


• Honeywell International Inc. (U.S.)


• Indra Sistemas S.A. (Spain)


• Thales Group (France)


• IBM Corporation (U.S.)


• Cisco Systems Inc (U.S.)

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Key Industry Development:

• July 2023- Leidos revealed that Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) would enhance its security systems by installing ClearScan™ baggage scanners, ProPassage™ Tray Return Systems, and the Mosaic™ Enterprise Software Platform.

Further Report Findings

• In 2024, North America held the largest smart airport market share, driven by government modernization programs and the presence of OEMs. The U.S. led the region, with Canada expected to grow significantly. Notable initiatives include the Bipartisan Infrastructure law for nationwide airport upgrades and sustainability efforts. 


• Asia Pacific led the market in 2024 and is expected to grow rapidly, with China dominating and India as the fastest-growing segment. Toronto Pearson’s 2023 digital upgrades, including AI and biometric solutions, exemplify the region’s focus on enhancing passenger experience.


• As per solution, the market is classified into hardware, software, data management, and others. In 2024, the hardware segment dominated the market due to over 1200 infrastructure projects worldwide, including 423 new airports and 175 terminal expansions, with significant activity in Asia Pacific and Europe.


• In terms of application, the smart airport market is categorized into data visualization, anomaly detection, cyber security, asset/resource management, AI/machine learning, and others. AI/Machine learning emerged as the leading and fastest-growing segment, fueled by operational efficiency needs. Technologies such as Deep Turnaround, used at Eindhoven Airport, enhance ground handling precision and minimize delays.

Table of Segmentation