Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Air Travel Planning

The International Air Transport Association’s 2026 Global Passenger Survey finds that travelers are using AI to search for flights, compare fares and choose destinations. More than 58% of respondents experienced biometrics at an airport in the past 12 months, up from 50% in 2025, and 87% said they were satisfied. Over 78% would share biometric data to avoid showing a passport or boarding pass at airport checkpoints. The IATA also reported that immigration requirements are discouraging some travelers and urged governments to simplify entry processes and speed up the adoption of secure digital travel credentials.