Italian airport resumes 93% of flights after pandemic

By Tychyna TetianaFeb 6, 2024 08:00 AMNews
Share:
Italian airport resumes 93% of flights after pandemic
Fiumicino Airport. Source: wikipedia

The lifting of pandemic restrictions has had a positive impact on the operations of the world's leading airports. For example, 2023 was a record year for Rome Airport, which handled more than 40 million passengers.

The busiest airport in Italy, Rome Fiumicino International Airport, also known as Leonardo da Vinci Airport, has recently opened new routes to North America and other parts of the world. In addition, travel in Europe and China has also significantly revived, writes Simple Flying.

It is emphasized that Fiumicino Airport is the first and only airport in Italy with a Skytrax rating of 5 stars and has recently resumed 93% of its flights after the pandemic. In addition, the total volume of the airport system in Rome handled 200,000 tons of cargo, and cargo traffic at Leonardo da Vinci Airport increased by 37% year-on-year.

"The positive dynamics of passenger traffic, which has intensified since the summer of 2023, has allowed us to overcome the uncertainty about the development prospects, which was marked by years of crisis in the industry due to travel restrictions imposed in almost all countries of the world," Airporti di Roma commented on the figures.

It is emphasized that over the past year, about 100 airlines operated flights from the Italian capital to more than 70 countries, a total of 200 routes. Of these, 45 are new connections, 15 of which can be reached by direct flight.

In addition, statistics show that since the beginning of the summer of 2023, there have been up to 34 flights per day to and from North America (Canada, the United States, and Mexico). Approximately 11 of them were destined for New York. It is projected that in February 2024, there will be 73 flights per week to New York.

At the same time, Rome Fiumicino Airport has set its sights on other great destinations in the world for 2024, such as Chicago, Toronto, Riyadh, Accra, Dakar, Jeddah, and Kuwait. In particular, companies such as Ryanair and Wizz Air may increase their operations here.

With international airlines such as Eurowings aiming to launch short- and medium-haul markets in Hanover and Nuremberg, SunExpress following suit for Izmir, Volotea for Brest and Jet2 for Edinburgh, aviation in Rome is looking forward to better days in 2024.

Top Articles
Not Just a Suitcase: My Personal Checklist for Smart Travelers in 2025

Not Just a Suitcase: My Personal Checklist for Smart Travelers in 2025

Mar 3, 2025 18:00 PM
Practical Eco-Friendly Travel Solutions for Sustainable Tourism

Practical Eco-Friendly Travel Solutions for Sustainable Tourism

Feb 14, 2025 15:00 PM

Top Tips for Securing Your Luggage and Preventing Loss

Feb 7, 2025 14:00 PM

Your Guide to Hand Luggage and Baggage Rules

Feb 4, 2025 20:00 PM
More News
Malaysia Airlines aircraft being loaded at the airport gate

Malaysia Airlines Reinstates Brisbane Route with Expanded Regional Access

Apr 18, 2025 23:21 PM
Aerial view of a beach on Seychelles, with turquoise waves and granite rock formations

Seychelles Launches Marine Programme for Environmentally Minded Travellers

Apr 18, 2025 21:34 PM

Maintenance Work to Impact Summer Departures at Hannover Airport

Apr 18, 2025 19:48 PM

Severe Rail Disruptions Ahead of Marathon and FA Cup

Apr 18, 2025 17:23 PM
Singapore Airlines Airbus A380 aircraft in mid-flight against a grey sky

Asia Travel Made Easier with New Airline Partnership

Apr 18, 2025 15:35 PM
Crowne Plaza hotel building under clear sky

Business Travel Gets Personal: New Hotel Perk Encourages Guests to Bring a Companion

Apr 17, 2025 23:31 PM
Emirates Airbus A380 taking off from the runway during daytime

Easter Flights Bring Seasonal Comforts for Travelers

Apr 17, 2025 20:25 PM
Two people walking with an umbrella during heavy rain on a flooded street

Weekend Weather Threatens Travel Across South West England

Apr 17, 2025 18:47 PM
Wizz Air aircraft in flight against cloudy sky

Wizz Air Expands Naples Routes with New Travel Destinations

Apr 17, 2025 16:33 PM

Maui faces water shortage amid tourist comfort

Apr 16, 2025 22:39 PM

New Direct Flight Simplifies Travel Between Munich and Dubai

Apr 16, 2025 20:42 PM
Interior view of Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 2 with immigration area and directional signs

Changi Lounges to Expand Space and Comfort Over Two Years

Apr 16, 2025 18:24 PM
Rail workers operating heavy machinery to replace tracks during infrastructure upgrade

Train Delays Expected on Pisa to Rome Line This Summer

Apr 16, 2025 16:37 PM
Traveler with suitcase watching airplane take off at airport terminal

Antalya Airport Upgrade Enhances Travel Experience

Apr 15, 2025 16:46 PM
Dynjandi waterfall cascading down a rocky mountain in Westfjords, Iceland

Iceland’s Expanding Appeal for Nature-Loving Travellers

Apr 15, 2025 14:53 PM

Flexible Antalya Trips Now Easier from Graz

Apr 15, 2025 12:37 PM

UK Rain Warning Triggers Travel Caution for Midweek Journeys

Apr 15, 2025 10:44 AM
Ryanair plane landing at airport

Hidden Fees and Access Problems Reported on eDreams

Apr 15, 2025 08:21 AM
Passengers seated inside a city bus

Electric Buses Make Exploring Exeter Smoother for Visitors

Apr 15, 2025 06:39 AM
Munich Airport's central plaza with glass roof and modern architecture

New Munich Route Eases Access to Canadian Rockies

Apr 14, 2025 23:56 PM
Rail workers conducting track maintenance during daytime engineering works

Easter Rail Closures to Impact UK Holiday Travel

Apr 14, 2025 21:42 PM
Ryanair airplane in mid-flight against a blue sky

Expedia Adds Direct Ryanair Bookings Amid Shift in Airline Strategy

Apr 14, 2025 19:38 PM

Traveler Left Without Wheelchair After Hawaii Flight

Apr 13, 2025 21:41 PM

Winter Closure of Burgas Airport Will Impact Air Travel

Apr 13, 2025 19:34 PM
View of an empty airplane aisle from a low angle, showing rows of seats and overhead bins

Avelo Faces Backlash Over Deportation Flight Deal

Apr 12, 2025 22:49 PM
Airplane at airport gate during sunrise with ground crew preparing for departure

Quick Getaways Changing the Way Europe Travels

Apr 12, 2025 19:51 PM