Saudi Cluster2 Airports serves 17.9 million passengers in 2024, up 14.8%

Saudi Cluster2 Airports serves 17.9 million passengers in 2024, up 14.8%

Saudi Arabia’s Cluster2 Airports Company announced that its airports handled 17.9 million passengers in 2024, an increase of 14.8% compared with 2023. Flights grew by 11.5% to 153,300.

Growth projects

The company launched several major projects, including a new terminal at Taif International Airport to improve passenger experiences. Arar Airport also received an international operating license, expanding travel options and strengthening regional and international connectivity, according to a post on the company’s LinkedIn account.

Services and strategic partnerships

The company expanded its services to include innovative airport operations and apron-management solutions, showcased at the World Defense Show. It also signed strategic partnerships and agreements to improve operational efficiency across its airports.

Airport rankings

Cluster2 airports received several international awards and recognitions in 2024. Twelve airports obtained environmental permits from the National Center for Environmental Compliance, while 18 were ranked among the world’s best for passenger experience. Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport also received a Skytrax award as one of the Middle East’s best airports.

Successful seasons

The company reported strong performance during the 2024 Hajj and Umrah season, particularly at Taif and Madinah airports, and a 70.83% contribution rate in supporting the Kingdom’s aviation sector. An express transport service was also introduced at Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz Airport in Qassim to improve passenger experience and provide integrated services.

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Read the announcement on Cluster2 Airports Company’s LinkedIn account.