Queen Alia International Airport welcomes over 676,000 passengers during January 2023

Queen Alia International Airport welcomes over 676,000 passengers during January 2023

Amman: According to Airport International Group, Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) welcomed 676,628 passengers (PAX) during January - marking a 70.9% surge against 2022 figures. Moreover, QAIA recorded 6,020 aircraft movements (ACM) - indicating a 30.0% increase compared with 2022 figures. QAIA also handled 4,760 tons of cargo, 17.6% higher than figures registered in 2022.

“2023 is off to a good start, with January narrowing pre-COVID traffic gaps. This is testament to the hard work of our dedicated employees and the collaborative efforts of our partners to promote Jordan globally and attract new airlines to QAIA. As more people take to the skies, we remain steadfast in our commitment to delivering a trusted, seamless and enjoyable travel experience that feels like home at the Kingdom’s prime gateway to the world,” commented Airport International Group CEO, Nicolas Claude.

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About Airport International Group

Airport International Group is a Jordanian company comprising local and international investors with proven experience in airport rehabilitation, enhancement, operation and management. In 2007, following a transparent and open international tender, the Government of Jordan awarded Airport International Group a 25-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) concession agreement to manage the rehabilitation, expansion and operation of Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA); Jordan’s prime gateway to