Traffic at Otopeni Airport is on the Rise
Traffic at Henri Coandă International Airport – Otopeni is beginning to return to the levels recorded before the pandemic.
“We are starting to become increasingly crowded, recovering after the pandemic, in the sense that the pandemic period meant a reduction in activity for us by more than 50%. In 2020, we had about 7 million passengers, which means that, compared to 2019, the peak year, we are at less than half. We hope that by the end of the year we will reach 10 million passengers, which means about 70% of the pre-pandemic period,” stated George Dorobanțu, the general director of Otopeni Airport.
He also specified that, in the current context, with repatriation flights and refugees who have come to Romania, it is possible that the estimates for 2022 will even be exceeded.
At the same time, Dorobanțu estimates that in March, passenger traffic increased by about 25% compared to the same period in 2021. For the summer months, an increase of approximately 10-15% is estimated compared to the same period in 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many passengers does Otopeni Airport expect in 2022?
The airport management aims to reach 10 million passengers by the end of 2022, representing approximately 70% of pre-pandemic traffic levels.
What was the impact of the pandemic on Otopeni Airport’s activity?
During the pandemic, activity decreased by more than 50%, with 2020 recording only 7 million passengers compared to the 2019 peak.
What factors are contributing to the traffic increase in 2022?
Growth is driven by general recovery, repatriation flights, and refugee movements, with March 2022 seeing a 25% increase compared to the previous year.