Air Arabia (PJSC), the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier operator, announced its strongest financial and operational performance on record for the full year ended 31 December 2025.
Record Financial Performance
Air Arabia reported a record pre-tax net profit of US$ 489.6 million (AED 1.8 billion) in 2025, marking a 14 percent increase compared to US$ 435.7 million (AED 1.6 billion) in 2024. Full-year revenue rose 15 percent to US$ 2.12 billion (AED 7.78 billion), driven by sustained passenger demand, disciplined cost management, and network expansion.
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The airline carried 21.8 million passengers, a 16 percent year-on-year increase, while operational capacity grew by 10 percent. The average seat load factor improved by four percentage points to 85 percent, reflecting strong demand and operational efficiency.
Strong Fourth Quarter Results
Air Arabia delivered an outstanding performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, reporting a record net profit of AED 405 million, up 15 percent from the same period last year.
Quarterly revenue increased 26 percent to AED 2.12 billion, supported by a 22 percent rise in passenger numbers to over 5.7 million. Seat load factor reached a robust 87 percent, up five percentage points year-on-year.
Network and Fleet Expansion
During 2025, Air Arabia continued executing its growth strategy across its six operating hubs, adding 30 new routes and expanding its global network to 219 routes across the UAE, Morocco, Egypt, and Pakistan.
The airline strengthened its fleet with nine Airbus A320 family aircraft, including five new A320neo aircraft under its 120-aircraft Airbus order and four leased A320ceo aircraft. By year-end, the Group’s operating fleet stood at 90 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, excluding short-term seasonal leases.
Dividend Proposal and Strong Liquidity
Reflecting the Group’s strong financial position, Air Arabia’s Board of Directors has proposed a cash dividend of 30 fils per share, equivalent to 30% of share capital, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
The airline closed the year with a solid liquidity position, holding AED 5.3 billion in cash and cash equivalents.
Leadership Commentary
Commenting on the results, Sheikh Abdullah Bin Mohamed Al Thani, Chairman of Air Arabia, said the airline delivered its strongest performance ever in 2025 through disciplined execution of its growth strategy and continued customer trust in its value-driven model.
He noted that despite geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures, and supply chain challenges, the Group remained focused on operational efficiency, flexibility, and delivering value—enabling it to expand its customer base, strengthen its market presence, and generate sustainable shareholder returns.
Sustainability and ESG Leadership
Air Arabia maintained its MSCI ESG “AA” rating, placing it among global airline ESG leaders, and achieved a score of 39 in its latest S&P Global assessment, a 14-point improvement year-on-year.
The airline welcomed its first Airbus A320neo, delivering up to 20% lower fuel burn and CO₂ emissions, continued monitoring and reporting of carbon emissions, published its TCFD report, and received its first CDP climate rating of “B-”, placing it in the second-highest performance band.
Industry Recognition
In 2025, Air Arabia received multiple industry accolades, including:
Low-Cost Carrier of the Year – Aviation Business Middle East Awards
Top 20 Low-Cost Airlines for 2025 – AirlineRatings.com
Top 100 Listed Companies – Forbes Middle East
Ranked 38th globally for on-time performance and customer service – AirHelp
Corporate Social Responsibility
Through its “Charity Cloud” initiative, Air Arabia delivered impactful humanitarian projects in 2025, including healthcare facilities in Egypt and Bangladesh, water infrastructure in Kyrgyzstan, and the construction of orphanages in Ethiopia—reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development.
Outlook
Looking ahead, Air Arabia remains confident in the resilience of its diversified, multi-hub business model. The Group will continue expanding its global network, optimizing fleet utilization, enhancing customer engagement, and advancing sustainable growth to support long-term value creation.
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