Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector sees record growth in 2025, as passenger traffic jumps, according to GACA
Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector posted record growth in 2025, outperforming regional peers, with passenger traffic rising 9.6% year on year, official data showed. 
According to the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), total passenger numbers at Saudi airports reached about 140.9 million during the year, including 76 million international passengers and 65 million domestic travelers.
The growth was accompanied by an 8.3% increase in flight movements, with total flights rising to around 980,400, underscoring the continued recovery and expansion of the Kingdom’s air transport sector.
Saudi Airport Traffic in 2025
Passengers (mln)
YoY Change
International Passengers
76
–
Domestic Passengers
65
–
Total
141
+9.6%
Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector sees record growth in 2025, as passenger traffic jumps, according to GACA
Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector posted record growth in 2025, outperforming regional peers, with passenger traffic rising 9.6% year on year, official data showed.
According to the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), total passenger numbers at Saudi airports reached about 140.9 million during the year, including 76 million international passengers and 65 million domestic travelers.
The growth was accompanied by an 8.3% increase in flight movements, with total flights rising to around 980,400, underscoring the continued recovery and expansion of the Kingdom’s air transport sector.
Saudi Airport Traffic in 2025
Passengers (mln)
YoY Change
International Passengers
76
–
Domestic Passengers
65
–
Total
141
+9.6%
