In the third quarter of 2025, Sharjah Airport experienced significant operational growth, with passenger numbers reaching 5,127,120—a 16.7% increase from 4.39 million in the same quarter of 2024.
This surge reinforces the airport’s status as a premier hub both locally and globally. Aircraft movements also rose, with scheduled and non-scheduled flights totaling 30,737, marking a 10.7% increase from 27,758 flights in the previous year.
Additionally, cargo operations improved by 3.9%, handling 48,073 tonnes compared to 46,284 tonnes. Sea-air freight saw impressive growth, increasing by 32.8% from 3,236 tonnes to 4,296 tonnes.
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Ali Salim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority, stated, “These results highlight the airport’s ongoing growth and its crucial role in advancing the aviation sector in alignment with Sharjah’s long-term development plans.”
He emphasized that this strong performance stems from consistent investments in infrastructure, capacity growth, and digital innovation aimed at enhancing efficiency and passenger satisfaction.
Sharjah Airport continues to pursue its ambitious strategy to increase air traffic and passenger numbers by expanding destinations, enhancing cargo and logistics facilities, and embracing cutting-edge digital solutions.
