Hamburg Airport Sees Record 2024 Passenger Numbers, Ryanair Expands in Lübeck
Hamburg Airport, located in Hamburg, Germany, has reported a significant increase in passenger numbers for 2024, with a 9% rise from the previous year. Despite challenges, the airport has seen positive growth and high load factors. Meanwhile, Ryanair's expansion plans may boost Lübeck-Blankensee Airport, with flights to popular destinations set to begin in March 2025.
Hamburg Airport welcomed 14.83 million passengers in 2024, a notable 9% increase from 2023. This positive trend continued despite various challenges faced by the aviation industry. The airport's load factor for commercial flights reached a record level in 2024, with an average of ten more seats occupied per flight compared to 2019.
Looking ahead, Hamburg Airport expects to maintain the current level of supply and demand, despite reductions planned by some airlines. Ryanair, Eurowings, and Condor have all announced cuts to their offerings at Hamburg Airport in 2025. However, Ryanair's expansion plans may bring benefits to Lübeck-Blankensee Airport. The budget airline is set to introduce flights to popular destinations such as Mallorca, Málaga, and London-Stansted starting in March 2025. While no specific start dates have been announced for these routes, the expansion is expected to boost passenger numbers and connectivity at Lübeck-Blankensee Airport.
Hamburg Airport's passenger numbers and load factors have reached record highs in 2024, demonstrating resilience despite industry challenges. While some airlines plan reductions, Ryanair's expansion at Lübeck-Blankensee Airport offers potential growth and increased connectivity for passengers in the region.
