ASUR Reports November 2024 Passenger Traffic Trends Across Major Airports

Overview of November 2024 Passenger Traffic from ASUR

Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, S.A.B. de C.V. (commonly known as ASUR) has revealed its passenger traffic statistics for November 2024, showing a total of 5.8 million passengers. This marks a slight decrease of 1.2% in comparison to November 2023. However, performance varied significantly across regions, with Puerto Rico and Colombia showing strong growth, while Mexico experienced a decline.

Regional Highlights

In Puerto Rico, passenger traffic surged by 8.7%, boosted by a remarkable 32.1% increase in international travelers and a 6.0% rise in domestic flights. Comparatively, Colombia also showed healthy growth with a total increase of 7.7%, driven by a 17.1% boost in international traffic and a 5.3% increase in domestic flights. In stark contrast, Mexico saw a decline of 7.1% in passenger traffic, attributed to decreases in both domestic (7.6%) and international (6.8%) travel.

Detailed Breakdown

The data reveals underlying trends in different travel routes. In Mexico, the Cancun and Cozumel airports faced notable drops, with Cancun seeing a 12.8% decline in domestic traffic and Cozumel dropping 17.0%. Meanwhile, some other destinations, such as Huatulco, experienced a modest decrease (10.8%), while Merida and Oaxaca had slight growth in domestic travelers, hinting at regional variances in travel demand.

In Puerto Rico, the San Juan Airport had an impressive performance with more than 1 million passengers, primarily supported by significant international arrivals. Colombia's success can largely be attributed to the strong showing at Medellín's Rio Negro Airport, which facilitated a substantial number of travelers both domestically and internationally.

Year-to-Date Performance

Across all regions, the total traffic from January to November 2024 has reached just over 64.6 million, representing a 1.0% year-over-year increase from the previous year's 64 million passengers. In this context, the November results indicate that, while short-term declines have been observed in specific areas, the broader trend remains slightly positive for the year.

The operator's effective management of international partnerships and investments in airport infrastructure are crucial elements behind these developments.

Conclusion

ASUR's latest passenger traffic figures provide important insights into the dynamic nature of the aviation sector, especially post-pandemic. While Mexico's airports particularly face challenges, Puerto Rico and Colombia present opportunities for growth as international travel continues to rebound. ASUR's strategic responses to these changes will be key in navigating the complexities of the aviation market. For those monitoring trends in air travel, this report outlines a critical landscape worth watching moving forward.

For more detailed insights and updates on ASUR's operational strategies, visit ASUR's official website.