Q2 Passenger Numbers at Delhi Airport - Up 14% in Q2 2023

Delhi Airport experienced a significant surge in passenger numbers during the second quarter of 2023, with a remarkable 14.44% increase compared to the same period in 2019. This growth demonstrates the airport's ability to attract and accommodate a growing number of travelers, cementing its position as a key transportation hub in the region.

Based on the provided passenger statistics at Delhi Airport (DEL) for the second quarter (Q2) of 2023, we can observe a steady recovery in passenger numbers compared to the previous years. In Q2 2019, Delhi Airport recorded a total of 15,750,909 passengers. However, due to the pandemic and travel restrictions, the numbers dropped significantly to just 1,231,338 in Q2 2020, representing a decline of -92.18% compared to the same quarter in the prior year. This steep decline resulted from the pandemic's impact on global travel.

However, there was a notable rebound in Q2 2021, with 5,125,263 passengers recorded, indicating a remarkable increase of 316.24% compared to the prior year. This recovery trend continued in Q2 2022, with a further surge in passenger numbers to 15,290,002, reflecting a growth rate of 198.33% from the previous year's same quarter. The latest data for Q2 2023 shows that the positive trend in passenger recovery is ongoing, with 18,026,112 passengers recorded. This represents a growth rate of 17.89% compared to the previous year's same quarter.

Looking at the overall passenger statistics for 2022, Delhi Airport experienced a significant recovery. In 2019, the airport recorded 68,490,731 passengers. However, in 2020, the numbers dropped to 28,500,545, marking a decline of -58.39%. The following year, in 2021, there was a substantial recovery with 37,139,957 passengers, representing a growth rate of 30.31% compared to the prior year. This positive trend continued in 2022, with a further surge to 59,490,074 passengers, indicating a remarkable growth rate of 60.18%.

Delhi Airport serves as a major hub for both domestic and international flights. The top country destinations from this hub include India, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Nepal, and Thailand. These countries attract a significant number of passengers traveling to and from Delhi.

The top international destinations from this airport are Dubai, Kathmandu, London, Bangkok, and Singapore. These cities are popular among travelers for various reasons, including business, tourism, and connecting flights. For domestic travel, the top destinations from this hub include Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Srinagar, and Kolkata. These cities are India's major economic and cultural centers, attracting many domestic travelers. The top airlines operating at this airport are IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, and AirAsia India. These airlines provide a wide range of domestic and international flights, catering to the diverse needs of passengers.

Please note that the flight statistics mentioned above are based on the data for most flights during August 2023. It is important to check with the respective airlines for the most up-to-date flight schedules and destination information.

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