Open Data Insight of the Day

On December 29, 2025, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg experienced a notable level of activity with 30,473 passengers, 52.5 metric tons of cargo, and 207 flight movements. Passenger numbers for the day were significantly above the 30-day average of 25,077.4, indicating a 21.5% increase, which suggests a higher-than-usual demand during this period. Compared to the seasonal averages observed in previous years, the passenger count remains robust, surpassing the average daily figures from 2025 and earlier years. In terms of cargo, the volume handled yesterday was considerably below the 30-day average of 134.36 metric tons, reflecting a decrease of approximately 61%. This suggests a quieter day for cargo operations relative to the recent trend. Flight movements were in line with the 30-day average of 206.2, showing stability in flight operations. When compared to the all-time high of 439 flights recorded on June 13, 2019, the number of flights yesterday was relatively moderate. Overall, the passenger traffic on December 29 ranked 113th for the year, while the number of flights ranked 283rd, indicating a busy day for passengers but a typical day for flight operations.