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1/16/24, 9:31 AM Sharjah Airport records massive growth with over 15.3 million passengers in 2023 - GulfToday

Sharjah Airport records massive

growth with over 15.3 million

passengers in 2023

13 hours ago

The air traffic witnessed an increase of 12,5% with over 98,000 flight movements in 2023.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Sharjah Airport Authority revealed its performance results for 2023, in line with the agenda of
the annual airport management meeting held at Buhais Geology Park in Al Madam, Sharjah.

The results highlight the pioneering position of the emirate on the global travel map and the
top-notch services delivered to passengers and companies. As per the Authority, the number
of handled passengers travelling through the airport reached 15.3 million in 2023, as
compared to 13.1 million in 2022, marking over 17.4% growth. The air traffic witnessed an
increase of 12,5% with over 98,000 flight movements in 2023 as compared to around 87,000
flight movements in 2022. Furthermore, the total cargo volumes handled through Sharjah
Airport during the year 2023 was over 141,000 tonnes.

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