King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah recorded 50 million passengers in 2025, the highest figure ever recorded by a Saudi airport since the start of air traffic in the Kingdom, entering the category of "Mega Airports", which includes the world's largest airports in terms of passenger numbers.
This achievement reflects the qualitative transformation under way at King Abdulaziz International Airport and its growing status as a regional hub and a main gateway connecting the Kingdom with the world. It also underlines its vital role in strengthening the Kingdom's position as a global tourist destination and a gateway to the Two Holy Mosques, by facilitating the movement of visitors, Umrah performers and pilgrims, and supporting the tourism sector in line with the Saudi Vision 2030 goals of diversifying the economy, according to a post by the Saudi Press Agency.
In this context, Jeddah Airports Company celebrated the arrival of the 50 millionth passenger at King Abdulaziz International Airport, a French national arriving from the French capital, Paris, on a Saudia flight to take part in one of the sports championships hosted by Jeddah. She was welcomed by a number of Jeddah Airports Company executives, who presented her with a commemorative gift to mark the occasion.
For his part, Eng. Mazen Johar, CEO of Jeddah Airports Company, affirmed that reaching 50 million passengers reflects the airport's high operational readiness and marks a pivotal milestone for moving to the next phase, in preparation for doubling capacity in the coming years.
He noted that this success would not have been achieved without the support and guidance of the leadership and the continued follow-up of the Minister of Transport and Logistic Services, the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation and the CEO of Matarat Holding, in addition to the efforts of all success partners who are keen to provide quality services to passengers and visitors.
King Abdulaziz International Airport continues to strengthen its position as a major aviation hub in the region through expansions, increased capacity and service development, supporting future growth targets.
It is worth noting that Jeddah Airports Company oversees the management and operation of King Abdulaziz International Airport and works to implement the targets of the Aviation Program emanating from the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.
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