Mangaluru International Airport, managed by Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL), achieved a significant milestone in the first quarter of FY 2024-2025, officials reported on Monday (July 22). Airport’s passenger traffic rose by 21%, with 552,689 travelers passing through, compared to 457,859 in the same period last year.
Domestic travelers numbered 393,598, and international passengers totaled 159,091, with Dubai as the leading international destination and Bengaluru and Mumbai as top domestic choices. The airport now handles over 180,000 passengers monthly.
Notable rise in Air Traffic Movements
According to a statement from the Mangaluru International Airport, Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) also saw a notable increase, reaching 3,820 in Q1 FY 2024-25, up 21% from 3,174 ATMs in the previous year. Domestic ATMs were 2,956, and international ATMs were 864, compared to 2,263 and 911, respectively.
Mangaluru International Airport serves eight international destinations including Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dammam, Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, Kuwait, and Muscat, and connects domestically to Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune.
Committed to enhance regional connectivity
As Karnataka’s second busiest airport, Mangaluru International Airport remains committed to enhancing regional connectivity and facilitating seamless travel both within India and internationally.
Furthermore, Air India Express launched daily service between Mangaluru and Abu Dhabi starting July 22, marked by Flight IX 819. This new service enhances UAE connectivity for the local community, reinforcing the airport’s role as a key hub for regional and international travel.