Ras Al Khaimah International Airport welcomed 661,765 passengers in 2024, an increase of 28% from 2023 and nearly double the 2022 total.
Airport and Civil Aviation Department Chairman Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al-Qasimi attributed growth to expanded airline services, more destinations and recovering travel demand, according to the Emirates News Agency.
Departing passengers increased by 39% to 293,815. Cargo grew by approximately 97% to 6,652 tonnes.
Cargo performance exceeded 2024 expectations by 190%, reflecting the airport’s growing role in e-commerce and logistics supply chains. Improved facilities and added Fly Vaayu cargo operations contributed to value creation.
Aircraft movements increased by 21.3% to 7,440, reflecting stronger connectivity, increased frequencies and new routes.
Growth in flights, passengers and cargo demonstrates efficient use of infrastructure. Gulf currency-exchange services were introduced in departure and arrival terminals in mid-2024.
Three new charter airlines joined: Russia’s Ural Airlines, Poland’s Enter Air and Romania’s HiSky.
Source: Emirates News Agency.
