Incheon airport tops international passenger traffic
Incheon International Airport handled the highest number of international passengers in the first half of this year globally, surpassing long-standing international hubs in Dubai and London, the airport operator said Thursday. This also marks the first time it has topped the ranking since opening in 2001. The airport welcomed 38.39 million international passengers in the January-June period, up…
Incheon International Airport has claimed the top spot globally for international passenger traffic in the first half of 2024, surpassing established hubs in Dubai and London. The airport handled 38.39 million international passengers, marking a 6.3 percent increase from the same period last year. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Incheon, having risen from 10th globally shortly after opening in 2001 to its current position as the world's busiest airport.
The airport's ascent to the top is attributed to Korea's strategic focus on developing Incheon as a Northeast Asian gateway, reflecting its growing importance in the global aviation landscape.
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