Traian Vuia International Airport Timisoara recorded a traffic of 924,459 passengers in 2015, 26% more than in 2014, exceeding the maximum number recorded in 2011 of 853,347 passengers.
According to an airport press release, in 2015, the number of flights increased by 13% compared to the previous year, from 10,293 to 11,661 flights.
Charter flights saw a significant increase in 2015, with the number of passengers recorded between May and September being 54% higher than in the same period of the previous year.
Passengers’ preferred destinations in 2015 were Munich (19%), Bucharest (17%), and Bergamo (9%).
Currently, Timisoara has air links with 16 major destinations in 6 European countries.
Regarding cargo traffic, a 35% increase was recorded in 2015 compared to the previous year, with 2,606 tons processed.
The Director of Timisoara Airport, Daniel Idolu, estimates for this year that cargo traffic will record an increase of approximately 40%, in addition to the 35% growth recorded in 2015 compared to 2014.
The turnover increased by 20% in 2015, to 30,756,000 RON compared to 25,686,071 RON in 2014, and the company’s profit margin for 2015 was 4.5%, compared to 2.2% recorded in 2014.
Source: Economica
Frequently Asked Questions
How many passengers did Timisoara Airport have in 2015?
In 2015, the airport recorded 924,459 passengers, representing a 26% increase compared to 2014.
What were the most popular destinations from Timisoara?
The top destinations were Munich (19%), Bucharest (17%), and Bergamo (9%).
How did the cargo traffic perform at Timisoara Airport?
Cargo traffic grew by 35% in 2015, reaching 2,606 tons, with a further 40% increase projected for the following year.