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airBaltic sets new passenger record with 8.3m. travelers in 2024
In 2024, airBaltic achieved record-breaking annual passenger numbers, carrying 8.3 million passengers and operating 73,300 flights, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The article airBaltic sets new passenger record with 8.3m. travelers in 2024 first appeared in TravelDailyNews International.
RIGA – The Latvian airline airBaltic has reached a historic milestone in 2024, achieving its highest-ever annual passenger numbers. In total, the airline carried 8,300,000 passengers and operated 73 300 flights (including airlines ACMI-out operations). Preliminary data for 2024 shows that the company has also exceeded its pre-pandemic records.
Martin Gauss, President and CEO ofairBaltic: “In 2024, airBaltic reaffirmed its position as a key player in European aviation, achieving record-breaking results by carrying 8.3 million passengers and completing more flights than ever before. Despite a challenging environment, we are proud of these achievements, which reflect the trust of our passengers and the dedication of our team, who consistently go above and beyond to ensure reliable and safe air connectivity.”
“This success underscores the vital role of air connectivity for our region and proves that the demand for travel remains strong. As we enter 2025, our 30th anniversary year, we are focused on building on this momentum and continuing to deliver for our customers, while navigating the complexities of our industry with determination and care.”
| 2024* | 2023** | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total passengers (including ACMI-out)*** | 8 300 000 | 7 000 000 | +18% |
| Total flights (including ACMI-out)*** | 73 300 | 65 500 | +12% |
| Number of airBaltic passengers (including all categories of travelers) | 5 200 000 | 4 600 000 | +13% |
| Number of airBaltic flights | 47 000 | 44 100 | +7% |
| Load Factor | 81.2% | 76.7% | +4.5pp |
*Preliminary rounded data from airBaltic monthly reports.
**Actual rounded data from airBaltic monthly reports.
***Scheduled and charter airBaltic passengers and flights within the airline’s network combined with the performed wet-lease (ACMI-out) flights
airBaltic’s scheduled passenger numbers reached an all-time high in 2024, with a total of 5 200 000 passengers carried across all its bases – Riga, Tallinn, Vilnius, Tampere and, seasonally, Gran Canaria. The load factors also reached a record-high of 81.2% for the year, reflecting a significant year-over-year increase of 4.5 percentage points. In 2024, airBaltic operated 47 000 flights across its network, demonstrating a 7% growth compared to 2023.
| December, 2024* | December, 2023** | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of passengers | 423 000 | 339 100 | +25% |
| Number of flights | 3 820 | 3 600 | +6% |
| Load Factor | 80.1% | 71.6% | +8.6pp |
*Preliminary rounded data from airBaltic monthly reports.
**Actual rounded data from airBaltic monthly reports.
December results in 2024 mark another record-breaking month for passenger numbers, and load factor. In December 2024, airBaltic carried 423 000 passengers – a 25% increase compared to the previous year – operated 3 820 flights, and achieved a load factor of 80.1%.
Two Aircraft Hangars to Enhance Operational Capacity
Also, the airline announced the successful completion and operational launch of two aircraft hangars located at its home base in RIX Riga Airport. Both hangars, each accommodating one Airbus A220-300, have been expertly designed and built to provide high-functionality maintenance facilities, supporting continued growth of the airline’s expanding fleet.
Pauls Cālītis, Chief Operations Officer of airBaltic: “Reliability is at the core of our operations, and maintaining our Airbus A220-300 fleet in-house ensures we uphold the highest standards. As we continue to expand, the new hangars will be vital in supporting our growing operations and delivering top-tier maintenance services for our aircraft. Furthermore, with the Airbus A220 customer base increasing globally, we are proud to offer and provide heavy maintenance services to customers worldwide.”
The two aircraft hangars, covering a total of 3 800 square meters, have been designed for easy disassembly and relocation if or when required, providing airBaltic with a practical solution to support its growing operations. Both of them are engineered specifically for northern climates, ensuring reliable operation throughout the entire year.
These will be the third and the fourth airBaltic hangars at RIX Riga Airport, joining the two existing ones – one with a single maintenance line and another with three lines, which is one of the largest and the most modern aircraft hangars in the region.
The article airBaltic sets new passenger record with 8.3m. travelers in 2024 first appeared in TravelDailyNews International.
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