Munich Airport reports strong summer 2025 performance

Passenger and cargo records, improved punctuality, and expanded global connectivity

Munich Airport has reported strong interim results for the 2025 summer season, showing five percent growth in both passenger numbers and flight movements compared to the previous year. Between March 31 and October 12, the airport handled record traffic volumes and achieved its highest punctuality rates in years.

Intercontinental travel surged by eight percent, led by popular routes to the United States, which carried 2.1 million passengers. Overall, Munich recorded 1.4 million more passengers between January and September than in 2024 — the largest absolute increase among airports in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Munich also ranked fourth in growth among Europe’s largest airports in August, according to ACI Europe.

The airport’s route network expanded significantly, with 84 airlines operating flights to 217 destinations in 68 countries. New long-haul routes included Hong Kong (Cathay Pacific), Calgary, Orlando, and Windhoek (Discover Airlines), and Shymkent (Scat Airlines). Vietnam Airlines increased its flights to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to five per week, while Lufthansa and Discover Airlines added several new European destinations.

Cargo operations also reached new heights, rising 10 percent year-on-year to 182,000 tons — surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

“These figures underscore the high attractiveness of Munich Airport for travelers and airlines alike,” said Jost Lammers, CEO of Munich Airport. “With the ongoing expansion of our international route network, we continue to strengthen our position as one of Europe’s leading hubs.”

Punctuality improved markedly, climbing from 58 percent to over 75 percent, despite traffic growth and occasional disruptions from weather and drone incidents. Munich now ranks among the top three major European hubs for on-time performance.

Efficiency improvements were boosted by the rollout of modern CT scanners at security checkpoints, enabling passengers to keep electronics and liquids in their bags. Since April, Terminal 2 has been fully equipped with CT scanners, and five more are in use in Terminal 1.

“The efficiency gains achieved through new technologies and optimized processes demonstrate our focus on passenger experience,” said Thomas Hoff Andersson, Managing Director of Aviation & Operations. “We will continue investing in innovation to further enhance the travel experience at our premium hub.”