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A Notable Decline in Airline Fraud Rates

In a recent report released by Accertify, Inc., a prominent provider of fraud prevention and digital identity solutions, it was revealed that airline fraud rates have seen a significant decline across various regions globally during the first half of 2025. This analysis underscores Europe as the leader in this reduction, boasting an impressive 50% decrease in fraud attempts compared to the previous year.

According to data compiled from millions of transactions involving major airlines, overall fraud rates experienced a 30% decline, settling at 0.25%. This statistic translates to one fraudulent attempt for every 400 bookings. Particularly notable is Europe where fraudulent activities decreased dramatically. Fraud attempts on departure flights from Europe have now diminished to just 12% of global attempts, a substantial drop from 24% in the first half of 2024.

In the United States, improvements were also noted, with domestic and international flights witnessing a 38% reduction in fraud to a current rate of 0.18%, or one attempt in every 556 bookings. A closer look at specific airports reveals vast disparities. For instance, Dallas Love Airport recorded a dramatic 69% decrease in fraud pressure, while San Diego International and Chicago Midway followed closely with declines of 68% and 67%, respectively. Nevertheless, not all U.S. airports experienced similar fortunate trends. Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu saw an alarming 175% surge in fraudulent attempts, with Seattle-Tacoma International Airport also increasing its fraud rate by 40%.

In Europe, analysis of major airports with at least one million bookings indicated the lowest rates of fraud attempts at Kraków John Paul II International Airport in Poland, Bristol Airport in the UK, and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport in Italy. In stark contrast, Miami International was marked as the highest-risk airport in the U.S. for the first half of 2025, despite a year-over-year drop in its own fraud rate.

Moving to the Asia Pacific region, fraud pressure on flights from this area decreased by only 6%. However, it remains one of the more vulnerable regions globally. Noteworthy airports with lower fraud rates include Auckland Airport in New Zealand and Japan's Haneda Airport, with the latter seeing a remarkable 72% drop in fraudulent attempts. Nonetheless, some significant airports, including those in Australia like Cairns and Perth, witnessed substantial increases in fraud attempts, indicating not all areas are benefiting from the overall trend of decline.

Mark Michelon, President of Accertify, commented on the current state of airline fraud, stating, "While the decline in fraud rates is promising across many regions, it’s imperative to remain vigilant. Fraudsters continuously adapt, evolving their tactics to exploit vulnerabilities. As overall fraud pressure wanes, they are likely to shift their focus to specific routes and security gaps, making the need for robust fraud detection systems more crucial than ever."

Accertify serves a multitude of leading airlines, effectively safeguarding eight of the world's top ten carriers based on revenue. Utilizing a combination of advanced analytics, machine learning, and a comprehensive global fraud intelligence network, Accertify enables airlines to navigate shifting threats, protect revenue, and preserve the travel experience for legitimate passengers.

As the industry witnesses a reduction in fraud rates, there remains a constant need for innovation and vigilance among airlines to prevent fraudulent activities that can undermine the integrity and safety of travel services.

To find out more about Accertify’s offerings, visit their official website at www.accertify.com.