Q2 Passenger Number Record Set at Porto Airport - Up 17% on Last Year and 16% Pre-Pandemic

Q2 Passenger Number Record Set at Porto Airport - Up 17% on Last Year and 16% Pre-Pandemic figures, indicating a positive recovery path and sustained growth. This underscores the airport's successful rebound, surpassing the previous year's figures and pre-pandemic numbers.

Porto Airport is an international airport in Maia, just 11 kilometers northwest of Porto, Portugal. It offers a wide range of domestic and international flights, connecting Porto to various cities across Europe and beyond. The airport is renowned for its excellent passenger services, including comfortable lounges, duty-free shopping, ample parking spaces, and convenient transportation options to downtown Porto.

Comparing Quarter 2 (Q2) Passenger Statistics at Porto Airport in 2023 with the Previous Four Years

• Q2 2019: 3,581,409
• Q2 2020: 87,668; change from the same quarter of the previous year: -97.55%
• Q2 2021: 901,409; change from the same quarter of the previous year: 928.21%
• Q2 2022: 3,552,453; change from the same quarter of the previous year: 294.10%
• Q2 2023: 4,150,809; change from the same quarter of the previous year: 16.84%

The percentage difference in ridership between Q2 (2019) and Q2 (2023) is 18.32%.

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Comparing Q2 2019 to Q2 2023, there has been an increase in passenger numbers by 18.32%, showcasing the airport's resilience and recovery from the challenges faced during the pandemic.

In Q2 2019, the airport recorded a total of 3,581,409 passengers. However, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a significant decline in Q2 2020, with only 87,668 passengers, representing a staggering decrease of 97.55% compared to the same quarter the previous year.

However, there was a remarkable recovery in Q2 2021, with passenger numbers reaching 901,409, indicating a substantial increase of 928.21% compared to the previous year. This recovery can be attributed to the easing of travel restrictions and the gradual resumption of air travel.

Continuing this upward trajectory, Q2 2022 witnessed further growth, with passenger numbers soaring to 3,552,453. This represents a robust increase of 294.10% compared to the same quarter in the previous year.

In Q2 2023, Porto Airport recorded its highest passenger volume yet, with 4,150,809 passengers. This indicates a continued positive trend, with a growth rate of 16.84% compared to the same quarter of the prior year.

Passenger Trends for 2022 and the Past 4 Years

• 2018: 11,940,530
• 2019: 13,192,791; change from the previous year: 10.49%
• 2020: 4,449,098; change from the previous year: -66.28%
• 2021: 5,787,247; change from the previous year: 30.08%
• 2022: 12,589,572; change from the previous year: 117.54%

In 2018, the airport served a total of 11,940,530 passengers. The following year 2019, there was a noticeable increase, with passenger numbers rising to 13,192,791, representing a growth rate of 10.49% compared to the previous year. However, the COVID-19 pandemic substantially impacted the airport's operations.

In 2020, passenger figures plummeted to only 4,449,098, a decline of 66.28% from the previous year. As travel restrictions gradually eased in 2021, the airport recovered, serving 5,787,247 passengers, reflecting a positive change of 30.08%.

In 2022, the airport experienced a remarkable rebound, handling 12,589,572 passengers, marking a staggering growth rate of 117.54% compared to the previous year.

Analysis of Flight Statistics and Trends for July 2023

Top Country Destinations: France, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom
Top International Destinations: Paris, Madrid, London, Geneva, Barcelona
Top Domestic Destinations: Lisbon, Funchal, Faro, Ponta Delgada, and Terceira Island
Top Airlines: Ryanair, EasyJet, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia, and Swiss

During July 2023, Porto Airport witnessed a high influx of passengers, with the top country destinations being France, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

Among these, Paris, Madrid, London, Geneva, and Barcelona were the most popular international destinations. Notably, the domestic destinations that attracted the highest number of passengers were Lisbon, Funchal, Faro, Ponta Delgada, and Terceira Island.

Moreover, the airport experienced heavy traffic from leading airlines, including Ryanair, EasyJet, TAP Air Portugal, Transavia, and Swiss. These airlines played a significant role in connecting travelers to their preferred destinations, contributing to the overall passenger volume at Porto Airport.

Analyzing Passenger Trends: Quarter-to-Quarter Comparison

Q2 2019: 3,581,409
Q2 2023: 4,150,809
The percentage difference in ridership between Q2 (2019) and Q2 (2023) is 18.32%.

Q2 2023 is the highest quarter of all time, with 4,150,809 passengers.
The highest previous quarter, Q2 2019: 3,581,409
The difference against the latest quarter: 15.90%
Q2 2023 is the highest-matching quarter (all time) with 4,150,809 passengers.
Highest matching quarter, Q2 2019: 3,581,409
The difference against the latest quarter: 15.90%
The lowest previous quarter, Q2 2020: 87,668
The difference against the latest quarter was 4,634.69%.
Lowest matching quarter, Q2 2020: 87,668
The difference against the latest quarter was 4,634.69%.

The passenger statistics data for Porto Airport in the second quarter of 2019 showed a total of 3,581,409 passengers. However, in the second quarter of 2023, passengers increased to 4,150,809. This represents an 18.32% increase in ridership between these two quarters.

Q2 2023 is the highest quarter in passenger numbers, with 4,150,809 individuals traveling through Porto Airport. Compared to the previous highest quarter in Q2 2019, which had 3,581,409 passengers, there is a difference of 15.90%.

Q2 2023 also matches Q2 2019 as the highest quarter of all time, with 4,150,809 passengers. The difference against the latest quarter remains the same at 15.90%.

On the other hand, the second quarter of 2020 had the lowest passenger count, with only 87,668 individuals. Comparing this to Q2 2023, there is a substantial difference of 4,634.69%.

The data shows a significant increase in passenger numbers at Porto Airport over the years, with Q2 2023 recording the highest number of passengers to date and marking a remarkable growth in ridership.

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