المملكة: 14.8 million passengers and 83.9 thousand flights…Jeddah Airport excels in the first quarter of 2026
Detect The airport continues to strengthen its position as a major air hub in the region, especially in light of the expansion of international destinations and the high demand for travel to and from the Kingdom.
Air traffic and logistics services
The growth was not limited to the number of passengers only, but also extended to include air traffic, as the total flights reached 83.9 thousand flights, recording an increase of 7.2%, which indicates an increase in operational intensity and management efficiency Air schedules, in addition to accommodating the growing demand for domestic and international flights.
With regard to logistics services, baggage movement recorded a remarkable performance, as 17.8 million bags were handled during the first quarter, an increase of 3.7%, which reflects an improvement in the operational structure and speed of dealing with passenger flows, especially during peak periods.
The airport recorded its highest operational day on January 17, 2026, as the number of passengers in one day exceeded the threshold 195 thousand passengers, an increase of 9.6% compared to the highest day last year, in a clear indication of the airport’s ability to deal with high operational pressure with high efficiency.
January stands out as the most active month during the first quarter, as the number of passengers reached 5.45 million passengers, driven by the seasonality of travel and the beginning of the year, in addition to events and international flights.
Continuous development strategy
This growth comes in light of a continuous development strategy witnessed by King Airport. Abdulaziz International aims to improve the traveler experience, enhance capacity, and adopt the latest technologies in operations management, in line with the objectives of the aviation sector in the Kingdom.
The positive performance of the airport also reflects the role of the city of Jeddah as a major transit center linking continents, especially with its strategic geographical location, in addition to its proximity to the Two Holy Mosques, which makes it a permanent attraction for passenger traffic throughout the year.
With these progressive indicators, the airport is heading towards setting new records within the year. 2026, in light of the continued demand for travel and the expansion of air networks, which enhances its contribution to supporting the national economy and revitalizing the tourism and logistics sectors.
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