Berlin Airport BER records an increase in passengers

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In January 2025, Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) recorded an increase in passenger numbers of almost six percent compared to the previous year. In total, over 1.56 million passengers traveled via BER. This indicates a strong recovery in air traffic, as flight movements and air freight have also increased significantly.

Increase in passenger numbers

According to the preliminary figures from the traffic report, a total of 1,563,533 people traveled through Berlin Brandenburg Airport in January 2025. This represents an increase of almost six percent compared to the 1,477,579 passengers in January 2024. January 2 turned out to be the busiest day of the month, with a total of 70,291 passengers.

Increased flight movements

In January 2025, a total of 12,879 aircraft took off and landed at BER, an increase of 7.5 percent compared to the same month last year, when 11,980 takeoffs and landings were registered. This increase in flight movements reflects travelers’ growing confidence in the aviation industry and is a positive sign for the continued recovery in travel.

Increase in air freight volumes

The air freight volume at BER increased by 26.2 percent in January 2025 compared to the previous year. A total of 3,604 tonnes of cargo was handled, indicating the airport‘s growing importance as a logistics hub. This development underlines BER‘s strategic position in international freight traffic and its attractiveness for logistical services.

BER Airport is recording positive developments in air traffic

The rising numbers in passenger numbers, flight movements and cargo volumes point to a healthy recovery of the aviation industry from the pandemic downturn. BER has proven to be a central hub for air traffic in Germany, which is confirmed by these positive developments. Experts assume that this trend will continue to intensify over the course of the year.

Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) is one of the most modern airports in Europe and plays a central role in national and international air traffic. With its extensive passenger and cargo facilities, BER serves a variety of airlines and offers smooth and efficient operations. Continuous improvement of infrastructure and a focus on sustainability are at the heart of the airport strategy.