Business models. Technology. Sustainability. Innovation.
For the global aviation industry
Tuesday 7 - Thursday 9 October 2025
FIL, Lisbon, Portugal
The World Aviation Festival is the premier aviation technology conference and exhibition.
In 2025, World Aviation Festival returns to Lisbon, Portugal, bringing together 4,500+ attendees and 600 speakers over three incredible days of insights, innovation, and networking.
Bringing together the world’s airlines, airports, and their top executives in charge of software, services, marketing, and distribution, this is where the future of aviation is shaped.
This year’s World Aviation Festival is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and innovate. From an extensive conference agenda to a packed exhibition floor, interactive roundtables, and dedicated summits, there’s something for everyone.
Whether you're looking to discover the latest strategies and technologies, connect with emerging start-ups, or engage in deep-dive discussions with industry leaders, this is the place to be. Explore what's on and make the most of your experience!
Hear from 600+ expert speakers across 16 content-packed tracks, as they share their insights on the future of the industry, covering everything from sustainability to digital transformation.
Our buzzing exhibition floor will host over 400 companies showcasing their latest developments. Immerse yourself in live demonstrations and cutting-edge tech showcases.
Meet 100+ industry disruptors and innovators at our Start-up Village. Plus, don’t miss our annual Start-up Competition where 5 young companies will pitch to our panel of judges.
Evening drinks receptions, social coffee breaks, 1-2-1 meetings, a dedicated networking app, and so much more — this is where the global aviation industry meets.
Our dedicated airport programme brings together senior airport leaders, technology partners, and innovators for two days of focused discussion, insight, and collaboration.
Led by industry experts, our exclusive workshops and interactive roundtable discussions are an excellent way to network, learn, and explore a topic in depth.
A live competition where airports go head-to-head, pitching their robotics strategies to a panel of judges. Discover how airports are harnessing robotics to solve real-world challenges.
Through our dedicated app, you can personalise your agenda, see all our speakers, arrange meetings, and more — all in one place!
Battle of the Airline Apps is returning for 2025! Airlines will pitch their applications live on-stage to a panel of expert judges.