9.7 Million International Passengers at Muscat Airport in the First 10 Months of 2024; 3.5% Growth
The number of international passengers at Muscat Airport reached 9,716,134 in the first 10 months of 2024, marking a 3.5% increase compared to 9,388,957 in the same period in 2023. This growth coincided with a 2.1% increase in the number of flights operating at the airport.
Key Statistics:
| Indicator | 2024 | 2023 | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Passengers | 9,716,134 | 9,388,957 | +3.5% |
| Domestic Passengers | 1,004,247 | 950,869 | +5.6% |
| Passengers in October 2024 | 955,851 | 1,015,235 | -6% |
Regional Growth Trends:
- Middle East Capacity: In the winter season, capacity for flights in the Middle East increased by 6.6% in November 2024 compared to November 2023, adding 0.9 million seats.
- Domestic Growth: Domestic passenger growth in November 2024 showed a remarkable 12.1% increase compared to November 2023.
- International Capacity: International flight capacity in the Middle East grew by 5.2%, adding nearly 900,000 seats.
Salalah Airport Performance:
| Indicator | 2024 | 2023 | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Passengers | 576,743 | – | +8.4% |
| Domestic Passengers | 744,879 | – | +4.9% |
The data indicates positive growth in the number of passengers at Oman’s airports, with both Muscat and Salalah airports experiencing significant increases in both domestic and international traffic.
Source:
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9.7 million international passengers use Muscat Airport in 10 months – Oman Observer
9.7 Million International Passengers at Muscat Airport in the First 10 Months of 2024; 3.5% Growth
