Dubai Airports says its passenger traffic figures are 'realistic forecasts' that balance sustainable operations with cash flow.
Dubai handled 29.1 million passengers last year, exceeding its forecast of 28.7 million. All photos: Dubai Airports
Dubai International Airport recorded a 12.7 per cent increase in annual passenger traffic in 2021.
Dubai International's operator says retail and restaurant spending have 'never been higher' as travel-deprived passengers take the opportunity to indulge in shopping.
The airport's cargo operations continue to outperform the passenger segment.
Dubai International, which reopened Terminal 1 in June 2021, after a 15-month closure, says its runways are operating at full capacity.
The airport's operator says retail and restaurant spending have 'never been higher' as travel-deprived passengers take the opportunity to indulge in shopping.
Dubai International Airport is home to Emirates airline.
Visitor numbers are expected to increase.
Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport.
Dubai International was named the world's busiest international airport in October.
Smart gates at the airport. Emirates announced plans in September to recruit 500 airport services employees and 3,000 cabin crew at its Dubai base.
The airport is benefitting from a relaxation of travel curbs and vaccination programmes, which are driving a rebound in air travel demand.
A passenger surge is anticipated after travel restrictions with India, one of the UAE's top source markets, were eased.
Dubai Airports says its passenger traffic figures are 'realistic forecasts' that balance sustainable operations with cash flow.
Dubai handled 29.1 million passengers last year, exceeding its forecast of 28.7 million. All photos: Dubai Airports
Dubai International Airport recorded a 12.7 per cent increase in annual passenger traffic in 2021.
Dubai International's operator says retail and restaurant spending have 'never been higher' as travel-deprived passengers take the opportunity to indulge in shopping.
The airport's cargo operations continue to outperform the passenger segment.
Dubai International, which reopened Terminal 1 in June 2021, after a 15-month closure, says its runways are operating at full capacity.
The airport's operator says retail and restaurant spending have 'never been higher' as travel-deprived passengers take the opportunity to indulge in shopping.
Dubai International Airport is home to Emirates airline.
Visitor numbers are expected to increase.
Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport.
Dubai International was named the world's busiest international airport in October.
Smart gates at the airport. Emirates announced plans in September to recruit 500 airport services employees and 3,000 cabin crew at its Dubai base.
The airport is benefitting from a relaxation of travel curbs and vaccination programmes, which are driving a rebound in air travel demand.
A passenger surge is anticipated after travel restrictions with India, one of the UAE's top source markets, were eased.
Dubai Airports says its passenger traffic figures are 'realistic forecasts' that balance sustainable operations with cash flow.
