Charter Market Report January - September (Q1-Q3 2025) Overview

In 2025, the charter market has maintained stable overall activity, with the number of weeks booked remaining in line with 2024. Following a healthy winter season, summer bookings began on a strong note, supported by solid early demand. Activity softened during the second quarter due to broader macroeconomic factors, esulting in an increase in last-minute bookings and a shorter booking window. Nevertheless, overall summer performance remained healthy and consistent with last year’s levels. Looking ahead, bookings for the 2026 winter charter season are building steadily, with early indicators pointing to an active season ahead.

This report provides a comprehensive overview of the 2025 charter market, with a particular focus on global booking patterns and reservation trends across the summer and winter seasons. IYC continues to monitor market dynamics and evolving client preferences closely, both of which are playing a key role in shaping current and emerging industry trends.