Global business travel spending is projected to reach US$1.64 trillion in 2025, up from $1.48 trillion last year, according to the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). As the sector grows, the way employees travel – and how companies manage that travel – also continues to evolve.
Alongside partners at travel trend forecasting agency, Globetrender, Amadeus Cytric has explored the biggest developments and transformations anticipated this year and its full study is the 2025 Business Travel Trends report.
Key findings from the report include: Agentic AI: The next wave of AI will be defined by ‘proactive functionality’ rather than supportive assistance – think helping travellers to rebook flights in real-time, optimise itineraries when schedules shift or helping travel managers negotiate hotel rates and more
Domestic and regional priority: In a world reshaped by hybrid work, sustainability imperatives, and new political figureheads, domestic and regional business travel is emerging as a cornerstone of the corporate travel landscape
Bespoke bundles: NDC tech is allowing airlines and corporations to co-create personalised airfare bundles that align with business travel policies
New-gen frequent flyers: What does business travel look like for the digital native? Gen Z preferences are driving shifts towards flexibility, sustainability and meaningful experiences
Mark Cullen, chief commercial officer, Amadeus Cytric, says: “In 2025, business travellers are increasingly aware of the impact their journeys have on both their wellbeing and the environment. They are open to investing in more sustainable travel options that benefit themselves and the planet. Factors such as hybrid working arrangements, economic uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping the priorities of travel managers and suppliers. Meanwhile, investments in new transformational technologies are helping travel providers enhance the overall experience, making business trips smoother and more efficient while also allowing providers to allocate resources more effectively.”
Jenny Southan, CEO and founder of Globetrender says: “In 2025, companies that adapt – whether through AI-driven automation, reimagined meeting spaces, or a more strategic approach to traveler health – will be best placed to maximise the value of corporate trips. This report explores the key trends transforming the future of business travel, providing insights that will help organisations stay ahead in a rapidly changing landscape.”
For more details on all of these business travel trends, the full report is available to download here.
