ASUR Reports Passenger Traffic Growth for August 2025
Grupo Aeroportuario del Sureste, S.A.B. de C.V. (ASUR) has announced its passenger traffic results for August 2025, revealing a total of approximately 6.0 million passengers traveling through its airports, reflecting a modest increase of 0.6% compared to the same month in 2024.
This report covers ASUR's operations within Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Colombia, indicating diverse trends in traveler behavior across these regions. In Puerto Rico, passenger numbers rose significantly, posting a 4.6% increase year-over-year. This growth is largely attributed to a surge in both international and domestic travel, with international traffic soaring by 13.7% and domestic travel increasing by 3.3%.
Conversely, the situation in Colombia demonstrated a different trajectory. Although overall passenger traffic increased by 2.7%, driven by a sharp 12.8% growth in international travel, domestic traffic saw a slight decline of 3.3%. These statistics reflect the ongoing changes in travel patterns due to various factors influencing consumer behavior and travel preferences.
Meanwhile, Mexico experienced a downturn with a notable decrease of 1.6% in total passenger traffic compared to August 2024. This reduction is largely influenced by declines in both international and domestic travel, with a 0.4% reduction in international travel and a 2.6% decrease in domestic travel. The impact of travel restrictions and evolving consumer confidence continues to shape this market.
Detailed Breakdown of Passenger Traffic
The comprehensive data shows various trends across the different airports operated by ASUR:
- - México: For August, total passenger traffic stood at 3,296,073, a decline of 1.6% from the previous year. Domestic travel dropped to 1,790,911 passengers, while international travel remained nearly stable at 1,505,162.
- - Puerto Rico: A stark contrast is seen in Puerto Rico, with total traffic amounting to 1,186,630 passengers, up by 4.6%. This positive trend is a major highlight, with San Juan's airport serving as a primary point of access to various international destinations.
- - Colombia: Passenger numbers reached 1,543,290, marking a growth of 2.7%. The fluctuations in traveler numbers reflect broader economic conditions and preferences among Colombian citizens and visitors.
To further understand these numbers, ASUR emphasizes the exclusion of transit and general aviation passengers in their calculations. The data provides critical insights into the transportation landscape, illustrating the varying degrees of recovery in each region as we move away from pandemic-related impacts.
Future Prospects
ASUR continues to focus on enhancing its airport operations and expanding capacity to meet growing travel demands. The company remains optimistic about recovery trends and is closely monitoring market developments to adapt to changing circumstances. Initiatives to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and implement advanced technologies are on the horizon, indicating ASUR's commitment to future growth in the aviation sector.
Overall, ASUR’s latest report underscores a pivotal moment for the airport operator as it navigates a complex and evolving travel landscape. With continued strategic development, ASUR aims to solidify its position as a leader in the Latin American aviation market while responding to the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.