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Passenger traffic at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport increases by 4.5% in H1 2026

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Passenger traffic at Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos) increased by 4.5% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025.
A total of approximately 15.75 million passengers utilized the airport during this timeframe.
In June alone, 3.51 million passengers were recorded, marking a 1.7% rise from June 2025.
The increase in passenger numbers was attributed to both the rise in flights and overall travel demand.
This growth occurred despite the ongoing geopolitical challenges affecting the region.

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In the first half of 2026, passenger traffic at Athens International Airport, officially known as Eleftherios Venizelos, increased by 4.5% compared to the same period in 2025. A total of nearly 15.75 million passengers were recorded during this timeframe. The upward trend continued into June, where the airport served approximately 3.51 million passengers, marking a 1.7% increase from June 2025.

This growth in passenger numbers can be attributed to an increase in both flights and overall travel demand. Despite challenges presented by a fluctuating geopolitical environment, the airport has maintained a positive trajectory in its operations. The continuous rise in traffic indicates a recovery and growing confidence in air travel, contributing to the airport's status as a key hub in the region.

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