Dubai International Airport Sets Record with 92.3 Million Passengers in 2024
The airport's growth highlights Dubai's economic resurgence and plans for a $35 billion expansion to a new facility.
- Dubai International Airport surpassed its pre-pandemic record of 89.1 million passengers set in 2018, reaching 92.3 million travelers in 2024.
- The airport has maintained its position as the world's busiest hub for international travel for a decade.
- Officials plan to relocate operations to Al Maktoum International Airport within the next 10 years following a $35 billion upgrade.
- Dubai's rapid growth in tourism, real estate, and population has fueled the airport's record-breaking performance.
- The city faces challenges including rising living costs and increasing traffic as it continues to expand its global connectivity.