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ASUR December 2024 Passenger Traffic Overview

Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, S.A.B. de C.V. (commonly referred to as ASUR) has shared its passenger traffic results for December 2024, highlighting major trends across its operational regions, particularly in Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Colombia. This report offers a comprehensive look at how each area has performed in terms of passenger movement, showcasing a varied growth pattern.

Overall Passenger Traffic

In December 2024, ASUR welcomed a total of 6.7 million passengers, marking a 2.3% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is largely attributed to significant increases in Puerto Rico and Colombia, while Mexico has experienced a decline in passenger volume.

Traffic Breakdown by Region

• - Puerto Rico: The San Juan airport saw a 16.2% increase in passenger traffic. Specifically, international traffic surged by 29.3%, while domestic traffic rose by 14.7%. This indicates a strong recovery and growing interest in travel to the Caribbean region.
• - Colombia: Passenger numbers climbed by 14.5% year-on-year. International travel recorded a 26.6% increase, while domestic traffic experienced an 11.1% rise. The performance indicates substantial growth in the aviation market in Colombia, with more travelers choosing air travel over other forms of transportation.
• - Mexico: Contrary to its counterparts, Mexico experienced a decline in its passenger volume, with a 5.7% drop. This included a 6.0% decrease in domestic traffic and a 5.6% decline in international passenger numbers. The dip reflects challenges the Mexican sector faces amidst competitive regional dynamics and economic factors.

Year-to-Date Analysis

When looking at the entirety of 2024, ASUR’s total passenger traffic recorded a 1.1% increase, totaling 71.3 million passengers compared to 70.6 million in 2023. This slow but steady growth is influenced by heightened traffic flows in Puerto Rico and Colombia.

Regional Insights

Mexico

In December 2024, domestic traffic saw 3.8 million passengers, a decrease from 4.0 million in December 2023. International flights brought in 2.1 million, down from 2.2 million the previous year. Key airports such as Cancun experienced notable decreases, highlighting the challenges in recovering from travel disruptions in recent years.

Puerto Rico

Conversely, San Juan Airport’s December figures illustrated remarkable growth, with 1.29 million passengers compared to 1.11 million in December 2023, showcasing the resilience of this region's tourism and air travel.

Colombia

Similar trends were observed in Colombia, where airports including Medellin contributed significantly to passenger traffic gains in December.

Conclusion

ASUR’s December 2024 traffic report emphasizes distinct trends across its operational territories. While Puerto Rico and Colombia are seeing robust growth in air travel, challenges remain for the Mexican market. The contrasting outcomes across these regions highlight the evolving landscape of air travel post-pandemic and the capacity of different markets to attract passengers amid changing economic climates. This data will be instrumental for ASUR in strategizing for the year ahead and addressing areas of concern in their domestic operations.

ASUR, which operates multiple key airports across Latin America, will continue to monitor these trends closely to enhance operational efficiencies and passenger experiences. As the airline industry remains dynamic, ASUR’s adaptability will be crucial in navigating future challenges and opportunities.