Key Points
- International airlines are reporting decreased demand for U.S. flights, citing stricter U.S. immigration policies.
- Several countries have issued travel advisories for the U.S., and visits from top tourism markets are down.
- Some airlines are shifting capacity away from the U.S. to other markets, such as China, in response to softer demand.
Summary
International airlines are experiencing a decline in demand for U.S. flights, attributing it to the Trump administration’s tightening of immigration policies and increased scrutiny at U.S. borders. Travelers, including international students, are reconsidering or postponing trips, and several countries have issued travel advisories warning about potential risks when visiting the U.S. In response to reduced demand, some airlines are reallocating capacity to other destinations, while overall international visits to the U.S. have dropped notably in 2025.