Abu Dhabi : Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac) said yesterday more than 3.4 million passengers passed through Abu Dhabi International Airport during the first quarter of 2012.
This passenger traffic figure represents an increase of 21.2 per cent compared to the same period last year.
Adac said the airport welcomed 29,123 flights, while cargo traffic was also on the rise, with an increase of 11 per cent.
"The month of March particularly saw a significant surge in traffic with passenger numbers reaching 1,196,000, an increase of 22 per cent in comparison with the same month last year.
"Consistent to the previous months, cargo grew by 11 per cent," it added.
Harib Al Hameli, Vice-President Operations, Abu Dhabi International Airport, Adac said: "The first quarter of this year has proven to be yet another successful period for Abu Dhabi International Airport.
"The double-digit growth in the number of passengers reflects the level of attraction the emirate holds as a soaring business and tourism destination in the region, and the dynamic developments of Etihad and other airline partners.
"Based on the first-quarter results and the increased aircraft movement and passenger traffic projected during the rest of the year, 2012 looks set to be another record year for Abu Dhabi International Airport."
Top region
Doha, Bangkok, London, Manila and Jeddah registered the highest traffic from Abu Dhabi International Airport, while the Far East ranked as the top region, generating 39 per cent of the airport traffic, followed by the Middle East with 25 per cent, and Europe with 22 per cent, said Adac.
