Melbourne Airport has seen passenger numbers rise 16% from 2.7 million in January 2023 to 3.1 million in January 2024. International passenger traffic significantly increased by 32%, from just over 800 thousand to over one million customers. Domestic numbers were still strong at two million in January 2024, up 9% from 1.89 million year-on-year.
The strong international passenger increase has no doubt been boosted since flights to mainland China resumed last year. Compared to pre-pandemic levels, the airport reported that Xiamen Airline and Sichuan Airlines increased their capacity 61% and 43% respectively.
The airport saw over six million passengers throughout December 2023 and January 2024. It is also launching a WeChat (the predominant Chinese instant messaging, social media, and mobile payment app) interface to assist Chinese visitors.
Melbourne Airport sees 16% passenger increase in January
