Queen Alia International Airport Welcomes 964,375 Passengers during August 2024
- 2024-09-23
Airport International Group announced that 964,375 passengers (PAX) traveled through Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) in August 2024, indicating a 6.8% drop compared to 2023. During the same month, QAIA recorded 7,515 aircraft movements (ACM) and handled 6,692 tons of cargo, marking 6.2% decrease and 11.8% increase, respectively, against the previous year.
Regarding year-to-date figures, QAIA passenger numbers declined 5.4%, reaching 6,069,085 PAX, as opposed to the same period in 2023. Meanwhile, QAIA reported 50,669 ACM and 52,040 tons of cargo, down 5.1% and up 22.9%, respectively, against the same period last year.
“The tensions in Gaza and Lebanon have significantly disrupted the operations of numerous airlines, directly affecting our traffic numbers for the month of August.
Despite these challenges, our commitment to operational excellence and passenger satisfaction remains unwavering. We are determined to navigate this period by expanding our airline and destination networks to enhance inbound tourism while catering to the diverse needs of our passengers, offering them a safe, convenient and welcoming airport experience as they journey through Jordan’s prime gateway to the world,” commented Airport International Group CEO, Nicolas Deviller.
