Munich Airport records passenger growth of 12.5 percent

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Munich Airport reported continued growth in the first nine months of the year. With over 31.4 million passengers, the number of travelers increased by 12.5 percent compared to the previous year. The number of flight movements and cargo volume also recorded significant increases.

Increase in passenger numbers

From January to September 2024, Munich Airport registered almost 31.4 million passengers. This figure represents an increase of 4.5 million travelers, or 12.5 percent, compared to the same period last year. The growth trend continued through the summer and early fall months, although September was only slightly behind August’s figures due to a shorter month. In just the last week and a half of September, over one million passengers were processed. This continuous increase demonstrates travelers’ continued confidence in the airport’s services.

Increase in flight movements

In addition to rising passenger numbers, Munich Airport also recorded a significant increase in flight movements. From January to September, over 247,000 takeoffs and landings were recorded. This represents an increase of almost nine percent compared to the previous year. Such figures reflect not only increased demand but also the airport’s improved capacity utilization and organizational efficiency. The increase in frequency underscores the airport’s importance as a central hub in European air traffic.

Munich Airport records increase in cargo traffic

The airport also reported remarkable growth in cargo traffic. With almost 228,000 tons handled, an increase of almost nine percent compared to the previous year, Munich‘s growing importance as a logistics hub is evident. Approximately 18,000 tons more were handled in the past nine months. This underscores the airport’s continued importance in international goods traffic and its adaptability to global market needs.

Outlook and future planning

With these positive trends in mind, Munich Airport plans to further expand its infrastructure and optimize its services. These developments are intended not only to increase passenger satisfaction but also to ensure further growth in the cargo sector. Future investments are aimed at further increasing capacity and improving efficiency to meet growing demand. The airport remains committed to consolidating its status as one of Europe’s leading hubs.

Munich Airport is one of Europe’s leading international airports and a major employer in the region. It offers a wide range of destinations worldwide and is characterized by its high efficiency and excellent service, making it an important component of global air transport.

Traffic results January to September 2024 and 2023