Sharjah Airport has reported robust operational growth in the third quarter of 2025, with the number of passengers rising to 5,127,120, marking a 16.7 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024, which saw 4.39 million passengers.
These figures reaffirm
the airport’s position as a leading destination both locally and
internationally. On aircraft movements, the total number of scheduled and
non-scheduled flights reached 30,737, a 10.7 per cent rise from 27,758 flights
during the same period last year, reported WAM.
Meanwhile, cargo
handling operations climbed by 3.9 percent, with 48,073 tonnes handled compared
to 46,284 tonnes in the same period. The sea-air freight registered a
remarkable growth, with a 32.8 percent rise, up from 3,236 tonnes to 4,296
tonnes.
Ali Salim Al Midfa,
Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA), said, “The results reflect the
airport’s continued operational growth and its vital role in supporting the
aviation sector in line with Sharjah’s long-term development plans.”
He added that the
strong performance resulted from the outcome of sustained investment in
infrastructure, capacity expansion, and digital transformation to enhance
efficiency and passenger experience.