Air Traffic at Portuguese Airports Experiences a 4.8% Increase
In the first six months of 2025, Portugal's national airports under the management of ANA, owned by the French multinational Vinci, experienced a significant surge in passenger traffic. The total number of passengers reached an impressive 33.93 million, marking a 4.8% year-on-year increase compared to the same period in 2024.
Lisbon Airport, the largest in the network, handled 17.23 million passengers, accounting for approximately 50.7% of the total. The airport saw a 3% increase in passenger traffic compared to the first half of 2024. Lisbon also registered a 0.9% rise in commercial flights, with a total of 109,929 flights by the end of June.
Porto Airport, the second-largest, reported a 5.5% increase in passenger traffic, handling 7.897 million passengers. Commercial traffic at Porto Airport increased by 4.5% to 51,502 flights. Madeira Airport experienced the largest growth in passenger traffic among national airports, with a 12% increase to 2.687 million passengers. Commercial traffic at Madeira Airport increased by 13% to 18,452 flights.
Faro Airport, a popular destination for tourists, registered a 7% increase in passenger traffic, with 4.620 million passengers handled. Commercial traffic at Faro Airport increased by 7.6% to 30,210 flights. The Azores airports also saw a 4.5% increase in passenger traffic, handling 1.499 million passengers. Commercial traffic at Azores airports increased by 3.6% to 17,116 flights.
It's important to note that these figures are specific to ANA-operated airports in Portugal and are based on information released by Vinci. However, data for other airports in Portugal was not provided in the available information. Additionally, no information was provided about the financial performance of Vinci or ANA in Portugal for the first half of 2025.
This growth in passenger traffic is a positive sign for the recovery of the aviation industry in Portugal and demonstrates the resilience of the sector in the face of ongoing challenges. As travel continues to rebound, it's expected that these numbers will continue to rise, bringing more tourists and economic benefits to Portugal.
Travelers from around the world might consider embracing a Portuguese lifestyle, as the country's airports, particularly Lisbon and Porto, saw substantial growth in passenger traffic during the first half of 2025. This upward trend in air travel suggests a flourishing aviation sector in Portugal, contributing to the country's inflow of tourists and economic development.
