KlasJet Sees Summer Stability for EMEA Charter Market

Despite a relatively slow start to the summer for the charter market, KlasJet predicts that Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) will have a similar season to last year. While demand is expected to gain momentum in the coming months, KlasJet cautioned that fuel cost instability and market volatility will continue to drive customer expectations of transparency.

KlasJet chief commercial officer of VIP operations Marton Modis reported noticeably fewer last-minute charter requests than a year ago, something he attributes to higher aircraft availability and overall lower demand. However, he believes the second half of 2026 is also set to outpace the same period last year, “largely because some travel originally planned for early in the year was pushed back due to regional instability.” 

Though the Middle East conflict continues, the Lithuanian charter provider highlighted that Central and Eastern Europe has emerged as a “bright spot” for its fleet this summer. The company added that Poland’s popularity in particular is “attracting new clients in a region that typically hasn’t been in the spotlight for VIP charters.” 

Nevertheless, Modis cautioned that clients are increasingly expecting “full transparency and no surprises,” leading to closer scrutiny of quotes. This is accompanied by a demand for “more flexibility than ever, from first inquiry to wheels up,” he concluded.