The leading online travel marketplace, WINGIE, experienced a remarkable growth in 2024, with bookings doubling compared to 2023. It reflects the increasing demand for travel, supported by data showing a steady rise in bookings, heightened traveler activity, and growing consumer confidence in global mobility.
WINGIE’s data revealed an average basket amount of $191, with Cairo emerging as the most popular destination, accounting for 28% of total bookings. Riyadh followed with 14%, Jeddah with 11%, Dammam with 10%, and Dubai with 7%. The busiest travel routes included Riyadh to Jeddah, which claimed 14% of bookings, followed by Jeddah to Cairo at 12%, Jeddah to Riyadh at 10%, and Cairo to Jeddah at 9%.
This year also saw incredible value for budget-conscious travelers. The most affordable ticket was priced at just $7.95 for a Tashkent to Samarkand flight, while the most expensive reached $11,562 for a Jeddah to London route.
Solo travel emerged as a dominant trend, with 74% of users opting to travel alone, while the remaining 26% traveled in groups of two or more. Booking behavior highlighted a preference for one-way tickets, which 57% of travelers chose, while roundtrip tickets accounted for 43%.
Wingie also provided insights into its user demographics. Men represented 63% of its customers, with women making up 37%. Additionally, 90% of its travelers were adults, 8% were children, and 2% were infants.
As a trusted platform connecting people with their dream destinations, WINGIE continues to lead the way in offering seamless and affordable travel experiences.
