In August, passenger traffic at Iasi Airport reached 90% of the levels recorded before the pandemic.
The airport director, Romeo Vatra, specified that 116,390 embarked and disembarked passengers were recorded in August, representing 90 percent of the traffic volume from August 2019. At the same time, compared to the same month last year, the increase is double.
The management of Iasi Airport maintains that the return to 2019 traffic levels was expected only for 2024, but this is happening much faster.
The increase in passenger flow in recent months is driven by the gradual resumption of older routes, the arrival of two new companies in Iasi, Lufthansa and Hisky, and the resumption of the partnership with Blue Air.
The evolution of traffic during the summer season, particularly in August, was also favored by the operation of several charter and seasonal flights to 7 holiday destinations in Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, and Egypt, which enjoyed a very good load factor from the first days of operation, stated Romeo Vatra.
He specified that in December, new external routes will be opened at Iasi Airport to Madrid and Dublin. Additionally, Blue Air recently announced that in the spring of next year, it will reopen its air base in Iasi and introduce flights to 5 destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many passengers did Iasi Airport handle in August?Iasi Airport recorded 116,390 passengers in August, reaching 90% of the traffic volume seen in August 2019.
Which new airlines have recently joined Iasi Airport?Lufthansa and Hisky have recently started operations at Iasi Airport, contributing to the traffic growth.
What are the upcoming flight destinations from Iasi?New routes to Madrid and Dublin are set to open in December, with Blue Air planning five additional destinations for next spring.