Malpensa Airport Sees Passenger Traffic Soar 14% in Q3 2023

Malpensa Airport, Italy's second-largest international airport, has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of the pandemic, achieving a robust 14.38% increase in passenger traffic in Q3 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. With passenger numbers reaching 8,027,974 in Q3 2023, it has exceeded its Q3 2019 figures of 9,394,959, showcasing its ability to not only recover but also surpass pre-pandemic achievements.

Sustained Passenger Growth at Malpensa Airport - Q3 2023

The continuous efforts of Malpensa Airport in Italy to increase passenger volume growth have been noteworthy, especially the significant improvement in Q3 2023. The airport saw a change of 14.38% from the same quarter of the previous year. Despite this decrease, the progress made by the airport is positive and encouraging.

From Q3 2019 to Q3 2023, the airport has experienced fluctuations in passenger volume. In Q3 2019, the airport served 9,394,959 passengers. However, due to the global pandemic, the number dropped to 2,312,317 passengers in Q3 2020, a decrease of 75.39% from the same quarter of the previous year.

The airport bounced back in Q3 2021 with a passenger volume of 3,985,256, a remarkable increase of 72.35% from the same quarter of the previous year. In Q3 2022, the airport served 7,018,969 passengers, an increase of 76.12% from the same quarter of the previous year. In Q3 2023, the airport served 8,027,974 passengers.

Malpensa Airport Passenger Volume - Q3 2019 to Q3 2023

Analyzing the Q3 2023 passenger traffic data for Malpensa Airport, it is evident that the airport has made significant strides compared to the rest of the quarters. When comparing Q3 2023 to Q3 2019, the pre-pandemic quarter, it is clear that the airport has not fully recovered. The passenger volume in Q3 2023 was 8,027,974, which is lower than the 9,394,959 passengers served in Q3 2019.

The Q3 2023 increase surpassed the Q3 2020 pandemic levels, and other quarters after that, but not the Q3 2019 pre-pandemic levels. This means the airport has not yet fully recovered from the impact of the pandemic on passenger traffic at this airport. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the airport has shown resilience and adaptability, demonstrating a strong recovery.

Passenger Traffic at Malpensa Airport – 2019 to 2022

The passenger traffic at this airport has experienced significant fluctuations from 2018 to 2022. In 2018, the airport served 24,716,236 passengers, which increased by 16.64% to 28,827,804 passengers in 2019. However, due to the global pandemic, the passenger count drastically dropped by 74.90% to 7,236,897 in 2020. As the situation improved, the airport saw a rebound in 2021 with a 32.84% increase in passenger traffic, serving 9,613,309 passengers.

In 2022, this hub experienced a significant surge in passenger traffic, serving 21,348,308 passengers, marking a 122.07% increase from the previous year. This increase could be attributed to the easing of travel restrictions and the return of consumer confidence in air travel. The upward trend in 2022 suggests a positive outlook for the airport’s passenger traffic, indicating a potential return to pre-pandemic levels.

Flight Statistics at Malpensa Airport - September 2023

In September 2023, this gateway connected passengers to a variety of destinations both domestically and internationally. The top country destinations from this hub were Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, Germany, and France. The most frequented international destinations were London, Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, and Amsterdam.

On the domestic front, the airport served key Italian cities including Catania, Napoli, Palermo, Lamezia-Terme, and Bari. The top airlines servicing this hub during this period were easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air, Neos, and Vueling.

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