Number of Airport Passengers Down 15.3% Annually by September 2024
The activity at Rafic Hariri International Airport has decreased in September 2024 for the 9th consecutive month, as the Israeli-Hezbollah war in Lebanon escalated dramatically. Countries worldwide urged their citizens to leave Lebanon immediately, while most airlines cancelled their flights to Lebanon due to safety concerns. This situation led to rising ticket prices, and fears of difficulty securing seats. Additionally, concerns about potential Israeli strikes on Beirut’s airport have further exacerbated the situation, contributing to a sharp decline in tourist arrivals.
Passengers Activity (January – September 2024):
| Category | September-24 | Change (YoY) |
| Airport Passengers | 4,897,766 | -15.28% |
| Total Arrivals | 2,414,291 | -15.45% |
| Total Departures | 2,479,140 | -14.95% |
| Transit Passengers | 4,335 | -59.03% |
Passengers Activity (August – September 2024):
| Category | September-24 | Change (MoM) |
| Airport Passengers | 485,332 | -27.03% |
| Total Arrivals | 210,147 | -14.69% |
| Total Departures | 274,618 | -34.37% |
| Transit Passengers | 567 | 64.83% |
Beirut’s Airport Activity by September 2024:
Source: Rafic Hariri International Airport, BLOMINVEST
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