Abu Dhabi Airports announces an increase in passenger traffic through its airports to 6.3 million passengers during the first half of 2022

Abu Dhabi Airports, which is responsible for managing and operating the five airports in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, announced today the results of passenger traffic for the first half of 2022, which revealed a significant increase in passenger traffic, which reached 6,299,725 passengers through Abu Dhabi International Airport, Al Ain International Airport, and Al Bateen Executive Airport. , Delma Airport, and Sir Bani Yas Island Airport, combined, between January 1 and June 30, 2022.

 Abu Dhabi Airports also recorded 94,538 flights in the first half of 2022, which clearly reflects the remarkable growth in passenger traffic through Abu Dhabi airports and the expansion of its network, while maintaining the highest levels of excellence in its operations.

On this occasion, Sherif Hashem Al Hashimi, CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports, said: “The results of passenger traffic for our airports during the first half of this year embody another leap forward for Abu Dhabi airports and the aviation sector in general. While the year 2021 was marked by success, our goal for 2022 remained to build on This success is achieved by meeting the needs of larger numbers of passengers, expanding the network of airlines that we deal with, and maintaining our commitment to providing distinguished services in accordance with the highest international standards.

 Al Hashemi added: “The recovery of regional and global markets and the great efforts made by airlines to meet the increasing demand safely and efficiently have played a major role in achieving these numbers. Our future goal remains to build on this success throughout the second half of 2022.”

 Strong service levels during the first half of 2022

In addition to the results of passenger traffic and air traffic management, the boom in airport operations is one of the most important official results for the first half of 2022. Abu Dhabi International Airport alone, which is the largest airport in the emirate, witnessed an increase in the number of scheduled passenger flights by 94%, compared to half The first of 2021. Today, Abu Dhabi Airport is connected to about 101 scheduled destinations for passengers, served by 23 airlines, compared to 76 destinations served by 19 airlines during the same period last year.

According to the data, the top five countries in terms of the number of passengers traveling through Abu Dhabi International Airport during the first half of 2022 are India (1,280,000), Pakistan (485,000), the United Kingdom (374,000), Saudi Arabia (333,000) and Egypt (283,000).

While the five most popular destinations were London Heathrow (276,000), Delhi (225,000), Mumbai (221,000), Cochin (217,000) and Cairo (203,000).

Abu Dhabi International Airport also recorded 297,549 tons of air cargo during the first half of the year, reflecting the emirate's capabilities and strategic location that make it an important center for cargo and cargo handling in the UAE and the region.

 Positive results for Abu Dhabi International Airport during the second quarter of 2022

Abu Dhabi International Airport also recorded positive results for passenger traffic during the second quarter of 2022. Between April and June, scheduled passenger flights at Abu Dhabi International Airport increased by 117%, compared to the second quarter of 2021. Abu Dhabi International Airport was also linked to 104 Scheduled passenger destinations served by 22 airlines, compared to 74 destinations served by 19 airlines in the second quarter of 2021.

The top five countries in terms of the number of passengers traveling through Abu Dhabi International Airport during the second quarter of the year are India (764,000), Pakistan (231,000), the United Kingdom (203,000), Saudi Arabia (195,000) and Egypt (156,000).

While the top five most popular destinations during the second quarter of the year were London Heathrow (153,000), Mumbai (146,000), Cochin (126,000), Delhi (123,000) and Cairo (114,000).

 In addition, seat occupancy rate on flights served by Abu Dhabi International Airport increased during the first half of the second quarter of 2022, rising to 73% compared to 33% during the same period last year.

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