Amman, May 30 (Petra) – Airport International Group (AIG), the
Jordanian consortium responsible for the operation and modernization
of Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), released its traffic and
operational performance metrics for April 2026, Saturday, showcasing
operational resilience and sequential growth at the Kingdom’s primary
international gateway.

According to official AIG performance disclosures, QAIA welcomed
411,865 passengers during April, marking an 11.2 percent
month-on-month expansion compared to March 2026. However, reflecting
broader geopolitical dynamics, year-on-year metrics indicated a 49.5
percent contraction relative to April 2025.

Aircraft movements followed a similar trajectory, registering 3,953
flights during the month. This represents a 10.4 percent sequential
growth on a month-on-month basis, paired with a 38.7 percent
year-on-year decrease against the corresponding period in 2025.

In the logistics sector, the airport handled 4,114 tons of air cargo
throughout April, booking a substantial 44.3 percent sequential surge
compared to March 2026, while showing a 34.7 percent decline compared
to April 2025.

In an official statement, AIG noted that ongoing regional instability
and geopolitical friction heavily impacted commercial aviation
trajectories throughout the year, weighing down general performance
curves.

Despite these persistent headwinds, April’s data indicates a gradual
stabilization of flight frequencies and passenger numbers following
first-quarter volatility. The operational rebound underscores QAIA’s
ongoing role in sustaining regional air connectivity, commercial
logistics, and trade corridors.

“Queen Alia International Airport continues to maintain high
operational adaptability and agility in the face of ongoing regional
challenges that have depressed travel demand and impacted broader
aviation sector dynamics,” stated Nicolas Deviller, Chief Executive
Officer of Airport International Group.

“Our core priority remains focused on guaranteeing uninterrupted,
seamless, and reliable operations for both passenger and freight
networks. Working in tandem with our operational teams and strategic
stakeholders to manage these shifting market dynamics, we reaffirm
our commitment to supporting Jordan’s aviation infrastructure and
safeguarding the vital role our gateway plays in driving the
Kingdom’s global connectivity.”

//Petra// AA