Delhi Airport in top 10 busiest globally: ACI report.

The Airports Council International (ACI) World, an international body that assesses airport standards worldwide, revealed that Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport secured the 10th position among the busiest airports globally in 2023. Reports indicate that Delhi airport facilitated over 72.2 million passengers, demonstrating a steady year-on-year growth of 20.36%. This growth underscores the resilient recovery of India's aviation sector. However, Delhi Airport experienced a minor decline in its ranking, conceding its position to Chicago and potentially missing the 9th spot it held in 2022.

ACI's recent release of the world's busiest airports for 2023 reflects a shifting landscape driven by the resurgence of international air travel. ACI World Director General Luis Felipe de Oliveira emphasized that global air travel in 2023 was primarily fueled by the international segment, propelled by several factors.

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Despite not retaining its 2022 position, Delhi Airport maintained a formidable presence within the top 10 busiest airports. Oliveira remarked, "The unwavering strength of Istanbul and New Delhi airports keeps them in top ranks, marking significant progress over 2019."

Delhi Airport's handling of over 72.2 million passengers in 2023 represents a remarkable year-on-year growth of 20.36% compared to 2022. This positive trajectory signifies a robust recovery within India's aviation sector. However, data indicates a slight descent from the 9th place in 2022, with Chicago O'Hare Airport surpassing Delhi in 2023.

Overall, global aviation trends depict an industry inching closer to pre-pandemic levels. Passenger traffic surged to nearly 8.5 billion in 2023, marking a 27.2% increase from 2022 and a staggering 93.8% recovery from pre-pandemic levels (2019).

ACI's ranking system, drawing data from over 2,600 airports globally, offers invaluable insights into airport performance and travel demand. Delhi Airport's enduring position within the world's top 10 signifies its pivotal status as a prominent international hub and its significant contribution to global connectivity.