Airport International Group records more than 845 thousand passengers at Queen Alia International Airport during September 2026
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Airport International Group, the Jordanian company that operates Queen Alia International Airport, announced the airport's traffic statistics for September 2026, which showed a slight increase in passenger traffic compared to September 2025, against a decline in aircraft movements and air cargo volumes compared to the same period last year. These results reflect varying traffic trends regarding passengers, aircraft, and air cargo as the third quarter of the year concludes.
During September 2026, Queen Alia International Airport welcomed 847,444 passengers, recording a decrease of 18.6% compared to August 2026, and a slight increase of 1.5% compared to September 2025. The airport recorded 6,952 aircraft movements, a decrease of 11.6% compared to August 2026, and 0.2% compared to September 2025. At the same time, the airport handled 6,964 tons of air cargo during the month, a decrease of 12.1% compared to August 2026, and 3.8% compared to the same month last year.
The results and figures for September indicate a slowdown in the overall pace of activity at the airport following the higher traffic levels recorded during August; while passenger traffic maintained levels slightly higher than those recorded during September 2025, the decline in aircraft movements and air cargo volumes indicates a decrease in activity within these two areas. In light of these variables, Queen Alia International Airport continues to handle changing traffic patterns, while maintaining operational readiness and the ability to support and meet the needs of passengers and airlines in terms of air connectivity, contributing to the support of the Jordanian economy.
Commenting on these results, Airport International Group CEO, Nicolas Deviller, said: "The September results reflect varying traffic patterns in the aviation sector, as travel demand continues to show resilience, while aircraft movements and air cargo activities have seen a decline. Maintaining strong levels of air connectivity and operational performance under these conditions requires continued attention to the needs of passengers and airline partners. For our part, we continue to focus on ensuring Queen Alia International Airport's ability to respond effectively to changes in demand levels, while continuing to support tourism, trade, and economic activity in Jordan."
