Kualanamu International Airport Sees Strong Passenger Growth

Recovery Post-Pandemic

Kualanamu International Airport has achieved a significant milestone by serving 2 million international passengers between January and October 2025. This represents a 7.3% increase from the 1.85 million passengers recorded during the same period in the previous year. The growth is particularly noteworthy as it indicates a strong recovery in international travel following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Future Projections and Preparations

The airport is on track to surpass its previous peak of 2.3 million passengers recorded in pre-pandemic times. Acting CEO Yosrizal Syamsuri stated that the airport is preparing for the peak season during Christmas and New Year by continuing to improve its services to reach the target of 2.4 million passengers by the end of 2025. This preparation includes enhancing operational readiness to handle the increased demand during the high season.

Significance of Growth

The increase in international passengers at Kualanamu Airport reflects not only the recovery of the aviation sector but also the growing confidence in travel within the region. As the primary international airport serving North Sumatra, Kualanamu's growth has positive implications for the local economy, particularly in tourism and related industries.