Total passenger volume across the sector reached 41.3 million during the six months, up 10% year-on-year. Of this, international passengers accounted for 23 million, a 13% increase, while domestic passengers totaled 18.4 million, up 7%.
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Aircrafts at Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi City. (Photo: vovlive.vn) |
In terms of cargo, the entire market handled 695,700 tons, representing a 14.6% rise compared to the same period last year. International cargo surged by 17.7% to 580,000 tons, whereas domestic cargo rose slightly by 1.3% to 115,700 tons.
Airports across the country also reported encouraging results. Passenger throughput at airports reached 59.7 million, a 9.1% increase year-on-year. International passengers rose by 12.9% to 22.9 million, and domestic passengers grew by 6.9% to 36.8 million. Total cargo volume handled by airports reached 811,400 tons, up 12.5%, with international freight making up the bulk.
However, the number of passengers directly carried by Vietnamese airlines declined by 7.3% year-on-year to 28 million. The drop was mainly attributed to a fall in domestic travel, while international passengers carried by local carriers increased by 8% to 9.6 million.
Regarding cargo, Vietnamese airlines transported a total of 223,600 tons during the six months, up 6.2% year-on-year. Notably, international cargo carried by domestic airlines rose sharply by 12.1% to 108,000 tons, signaling a positive trend in global market demand.
These figures reflect a robust recovery in Vietnam’s aviation sector, which had previously suffered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and global economic uncertainties. The steady growth in both passenger and cargo transport, particularly in international markets, indicates a promising outlook for the industry in the coming months.
Source: VNA