Hamad International Airport continues to excel in operations after its great success in 2022. During the first quarter of 2023, it achieved further growth in the number of its departing and arriving passengers, by recording an increase of 44.5% in passenger traffic and an increase of 18.5% in aircraft traffic, compared to the previous period. Same as last year.
Hamad International Airport witnessed a total of 10,315,695 passengers during the first quarter of 2023 – of which 3,558,918 passengers were in January, 3,240,114 in February and 3,516,663 in March. Aircraft movements also increased compared to last year, as the total movement of aircraft arriving at and departing from the airport reached 56,417: 19,377 in January, 17,479 in February, and 19,561 in March.
During the first quarter of 2023, Hamad International Airport handled more than 540,000 tons of cargo and transported more than 8 million bags through its facilities, including more than 5 million converted flight bags, which indicates the preference it enjoys as a center for transferring flights for travelers. across the world.
Commenting on these results, Eng. Badr Mohammed Al Meer, Chief Operating Officer at Hamad International Airport, said: “This is a great start to 2023 for Hamad International Airport, as it is evidence of our commitment to enhancing the experience of our passengers, whether they are departing, transiting or arriving at the airport. Thanks to the solidity of our operations and the growth plans that we are investing in, we will continue to enhance the airport’s infrastructure and provide services to support our competitive position in the aviation industry.”
On what this means for the aviation industry, Al Meer added: “These numbers show how flexible our industry is and the vital role airports play in transportation. We will always continue our pursuit of excellence and ensure that Hamad International Airport remains the best choice for travelers departing and arriving in the Middle East and the world.”
The busiest travel destinations at the airport during the first quarter of the year were London, Bangkok, Dhaka, Manila and Jeddah, while the airport currently serves more than 40 airlines.
Since its inception in 2014, Hamad International Airport has succeeded in revolutionizing the aviation industry by providing innovative experiences and offering many other benefits that have redefined the concept of air travel. As the gateway to Qatar and the Middle East, the airport continues to create unforgettable experiences for all its passengers. Hamad International Airport, which receives hundreds of nationalities every day, has become the link between East and West.
