The Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) achieved a remarkable milestone with the highest number of passenger traffic during the month of July in the current financial year, serving as a bustling hub for both domestic and international travel.
In July, the airport efficiently managed a total of 162,667 passengers, comprising 107,455 passengers on domestic flights and 55,212 passengers on international flights. This marked the second-highest passenger volume recorded since the commencement of commercial operations on October 31, 2020. Notably, the highest passenger count was achieved in May 2022, when the airport facilitated travel for 167,180 passengers, as announced in a statement by MIA on Friday.
Throughout the initial four months of the fiscal year 2023-24, the MIA airport showcased robust growth, overseeing the movement of 24,037 more passengers compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year. This brought the total to 620,553 passengers, surpassing the previous figure of 596,516 passengers. The monthly breakdown included 140,633 passengers in April, 161,857 passengers in May, 155,396 passengers in June, and 162,667 passengers in July, as detailed in the statement.
The surge in passenger activity during July 2023, amid the monsoon season, significantly contributed to this upswing in numbers.
12/08/2023 Financial Express
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