Routes World 2024

Etihad Airways is planning to announce significant network expansion over the coming months as it prepares to take delivery of its first Airbus A321LR.

Speaking at Routes World, Justin Erbacci said that while passenger traffic is set to exceed 2019 levels this year, airports continue to face financial pressures.

The 30th edition of Routes World is expected to bring together more than 2,500 delegates.

Newcastle International Airport (NCL) has been crowned the Overall Winner at the Routes World Awards 2024, while also retaining the Under 5 Million passenger award for the second consecutive year.

Singapore's Changi Airport Group is ramping up efforts to expand its international network, setting its sights on emerging markets in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East as part of its growth strategy.

Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is accelerating the construction of Terminal 3B and a fourth runway, set to be operational in the first quarter of 2025.

Václav Havel Airport Prague is setting its sights on expanding its long-haul connectivity, particularly to key markets in the US, China, and South Korea.

Oman Air has revealed plans to launch its first new route in five years, marking the start of a strategy to maximize the utilization of its narrowbody fleet.

Air Arabia expects Airbus A320neo deliveries now in the second half of 2025, followed by A321XLRs from 2027.

Plans are progressing to develop Riyadh’s King Salman International Airport (KSIA), which will be among the biggest in the world when it opens in 2030.

Swedavia is continuing to see growth in international traffic, with the removal of the country’s aviation tax from next July set to further boost its appeal.

Strong inbound tourism demand to Japan is fueling network and passenger growth at Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).

Brazil's tourism sector is experiencing robust growth, with a focus on attracting visitors from key international markets such as the U.S., China and Germany.

The Routes World Awards will honour the outstanding achievements of our industry in advancing global air connectivity.

Saudi Arabian startup Riyadh Air is well advanced with its air operator certificate (AOC), and is planning to detail its initial routes in early 2025.

Saudi Arabian LCC Flyadeal, which currently operates a single wet-leased Airbus A330, is planning to order A330s or Boeing 787s by the end of 2024.

Gulf Air CEO Jeffrey Goh has been working on a wide-ranging network review during his first nine months, which will result in unprofitable routes being cut.

Bahrain International Airport (BAH) is poised to almost fully recover to pre-pandemic passenger traffic levels, according to CEO Mohamed Yousif Al Binfalah.

Vienna International Airport (VIE) is continuing its post-pandemic resurgence, with a series of new air services and ongoing infrastructure upgrades.

IAD is poised for a record year of capacity in 2025, as the hub actively targets new routes to emerging markets in India, the Philippines and Thailand.

Colombia is on track for a record year of international travelers in 2024, buoyed by several new routes including Emirates’ entry to the market.

BAH is seeking to significantly expand its global connectivity, with plans to increase its reach to 100 destinations over the next four to five years.

The Routes World Awards will honor the outstanding achievements of our industry in advancing global air connectivity.

Con Korfiatis, who took the helm at Oman Air in May 2024 following a period as CEO of Saudi Arabian LCC flyadeal, speaks with Routes.

Air France, Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc are each increasing service to the Americas region from December.