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    European airports' passenger traffic rose 4.5% in H1, says trade body

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    Posted on August 6, 2025

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    Last updated: January 22, 2026

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    Tags:Transportation SectorEuropean economiesfinancial marketsEconomic Planning

    Quick Summary

    European airport traffic rose 4.5% in H1, driven by international travel, highlighting tourism's resilience amid economic challenges.

    Table of Contents

    • Passenger Traffic Growth in Europe
    • Key Insights on Passenger Trends
    • Regional Performance Overview
    • Top Performing Countries
    • Comparative Growth Rates

    European Airports Experience 4.5% Rise in Passenger Traffic in H1

    Passenger Traffic Growth in Europe

    (Reuters) -Passenger traffic across the European airport network rose 4.5% in the first half compared with the same period last year, said Brussels-based European airport trade body ACI Europe on Wednesday.

    WHY IT'S IMPORTANT:

    Tourism remains key for many European economies, and the higher passenger numbers at European airports signal a resilience for the sector in the face of headwinds such as inflation and trade tariffs with the United States. In the first half of 2024, passenger traffic had risen by 9% versus the prior year, according to ACI Europe.

    Key Insights on Passenger Trends

    KEY QUOTE:

    "The summer season keeps delivering for now — let's see how the following months will be shaping up," said ACI Europe director general Olivier Jankovec.

    BY THE NUMBERS:

    Regional Performance Overview

    ACI Europe's figures cover major European airport companies such as Aeroports de Paris, Frankfurt's Fraport and Spanish airport operator Aena.

    International passenger traffic accounted for all of the gains (+5.7%) as domestic traffic remained flat (+0.2%), according to ACI Europe.

    Top Performing Countries

    Amongst the largest European markets, airports in Italy registered the highest increase in passenger traffic with growth of 5.7%, followed by Spain which had growth of 4.5%.

    Comparative Growth Rates

    Airports in France, Britain and Germany had less strong passenger traffic growth, with 3.6% for France and 2.3% for Britain and Germany.

    (Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta; Editing by Lincoln Feast.)

    Key Takeaways

    • •European airport passenger traffic increased by 4.5% in H1.
    • •Tourism remains crucial for European economies.
    • •International traffic saw a 5.7% increase.
    • •Italy and Spain led in passenger traffic growth.
    • •Domestic traffic remained mostly flat.

    Frequently Asked Questions about European airports' passenger traffic rose 4.5% in H1, says trade body

    1What was the percentage increase in passenger traffic in H1?

    Passenger traffic across the European airport network rose 4.5% in the first half compared with the same period last year.

    2Which country had the highest increase in passenger traffic?

    Airports in Italy registered the highest increase in passenger traffic with growth of 5.7%.

    3How did international and domestic traffic perform?

    International passenger traffic accounted for all of the gains at 5.7%, while domestic traffic remained flat at 0.2%.

    4What does the rise in passenger traffic indicate for European economies?

    The higher passenger numbers at European airports signal resilience for the tourism sector in the face of challenges like inflation and trade tariffs.

    5What are some major airport operators mentioned in the report?

    ACI Europe's figures cover major European airport companies such as Aeroports de Paris, Frankfurt's Fraport, and Spanish airport operator Aena.

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