Key Points
- Online travel agency (OTA) flight sales in the U.S. rose 8% year over year in May 2025, bucking the overall 5% decline in total travel agency air ticket sales.
- Traditional leisure and corporate travel agencies saw declines in flight sales, dropping 5% and 8% respectively, while Booking.com surpassed Expedia in U.S. flight bookings.
- Overall air ticket sales totaled $8.6 billion in May, with average ticket prices down 2% and a slight rise in international trips year over year.
Summary
In May 2025, U.S. online travel agencies (OTAs) saw an 8% increase in flight sales, even as total travel agency air ticket sales fell by 5%. Traditional leisure and corporate travel agencies experienced declines, while OTAs like Booking.com gained market share, surpassing Expedia in U.S. flight bookings. The overall market saw $8.6 billion in air ticket sales, with average ticket prices decreasing by 2% and international trips slightly up compared to the previous year.