Fraport Greece Breaks Passenger Traffic Record with Over 36 Million Travelers in 2024

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Fraport Greece achieved a milestone in 2024, welcoming over 36 million passengers across the 14 regional airports under its management.

According to data released on Thursday, the figure represents a 6.4 percent increase compared to 2023, with approximately 2.1 million additional passengers traveling through the airports.

The year’s strong performance was reflected in both domestic and international flights. Domestic flights increased by 4.7 percent, totaling 86,026, while international flights rose by 4.2 percent, reaching 190,315. Combined, the total flight volume saw a 4.4 percent increase compared to the previous year.

“2024 has been a year of significant achievements for Fraport Greece,” said Fraport Greece CEO Alexander Zinell. “The unprecedented number of 36 million passengers across the 14 regional airports marks a new record for the third consecutive year.”

December sees impressive growth

In December alone, the 14 airports recorded a strong increase, welcoming 805,056 passengers — a 6.7 percent rise compared to the same month in 2023.

According to Fraport Greece, the growth underscores the positive momentum seen throughout the year, even during the off-peak season.

“The increase in passenger traffic reflects Fraport Greece’s strategic focus on enhancing the travel experience, upgrading infrastructure, and supporting Greece’s position as a leading tourist destination,” management said.

Record growth since the concession

In 2016, the year the concession agreement was finalized, the 14 regional airports served 25,008,965 passengers. By 2024, that number had risen to 36,026,347 — an increase of 44.1 percent or 11,017,382 additional passengers. Over the period from 2017 to 2024, more than 212.5 million passengers passed through the airports, highlighting Fraport Greece’s role in supporting and developing Greek tourism.

Investments in infrastructure

Fraport Greece continues to invest in the infrastructure of its airports, allocating annual amounts of up to 50 million euros for facility upgrades. In addition, 146 million euros have been dedicated to runway renovations, enhancing safety standards in compliance with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

To address rising passenger demand, Fraport Greece plans to invest an additional 200 million euros to expand airport capacity at Kos, Corfu, Mykonos, and Santorini. These enhancements aim to address the growing capacity challenges at these high-traffic locations.

“Through strategic investments and careful planning, we continue to contribute to the dynamic growth of Greece’s economy,” Zinell said while highlighting the company’s commitment. “We are dedicated to providing high-quality services to all travelers and supporting the development of the country’s tourism sector.”