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EuroAirport Passenger and Cargo Volumes Surge Above Seasonal Averages

Published: October 19, 2025  ·  Period: 2025-10-18

On October 18, 2025, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg experienced strong passenger and cargo activity, with passenger numbers 5% above the 30-day average and cargo volumes 10% higher, while flight movements were slightly below average but within the typical range for the season. This reflects robust travel demand and healthy freight operations, consistent with seasonal trends and long-term averages.

On October 18, 2025, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg handled 34,626 passengers, 138.682 metric tons of cargo, and 240 flight movements. Passenger numbers were approximately 5% above the 30-day average of 32,861.63, aligning closely with the seasonal trend of increased travel during this period. Compared to the all-time average since 2019, yesterday's passenger count was significantly higher, reflecting a robust travel demand.

Cargo volumes showed a strong performance, exceeding the 30-day average of 125.85 metric tons by about 10%. This indicates a healthy level of cargo activity, consistent with seasonal expectations and above the long-term average, suggesting a positive trend in freight operations.

Flight movements, at 240, were slightly below the 30-day average of 254.27, yet they remained within the typical range for this time of year. This figure is also in line with the long-term average, indicating stable operational activity at the airport. Overall, the airport experienced a day of strong passenger and cargo activity, with flight operations maintaining a steady pace.

Yearly Statistics of Air Traffic at Basel/Mulhouse Airport for October
Year Passengers Flights Avg Daily Passengers Avg Daily Flights Max Passengers Max Flights
2025 609974 4655 33887 259 37774 288
2024 891826 8260 28769 266 34338 379
2023 808329 7708 26075 249 32374 315
2022 749593 8122 24180 262 29552 304
2021 573990 7164 18516 231 24509 316
2020 213606 4636 6891 150 12267 203
2019 872052 9054 28131 292 33148 361

Passengers at Euroairport in the last 30 days
Data source: EuroAirport: Tägliche Flugbewegungen, Passagiere und Fracht
Additional resources: Euroairport homepage, eurostat - Air passenger transport statistics

🤖 This text was generated with the assistance of AI. All quantitative statements are derived directly from the dataset listed under Data Source.