Surge in Passenger Traffic: Kazakhstan Airlines Set Historic High with July passenger numbers
July 2024 saw a significant surge in air passenger traffic in Kazakhstan, marking a new milestone in the country's aviation industry. The Civil Aviation Committee reported that airlines served a record-breaking 1.7 million passengers, a 12.9% increase compared to the same month in 2023.
This figure surpasses all previous monthly records, with July 2024 being the highest since at least 2007. The total number of passengers from January to July 2024 also reached a record high, totalling over 8.9 million passengers.
The increased passenger volume was not limited to the number of passengers alone. Passenger turnover, which takes into account the distance travelled, also reached an all-time high for any month in these years, exceeding 3.4 billion passenger-kilometers. This represents a 6.9% increase from the same month last year.
The growth in air passenger traffic can be attributed to the country's economic growth and increasing connectivity. Major airports such as Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana and Almaty International Airport (ALA) contribute most of the passenger volume.
It's worth noting that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a sharp decline in 2020 and 2021, followed by a gradual recovery through 2022 and 2023. Despite a 15.6% price increase, profits in July 2024 were higher than the same period last year, indicating a resilient and recovering aviation sector.
For precise monthly passenger statistics from 2007 to 2024, including exact peak figures and trend analyses, official sources such as the Kazakhstan Civil Aviation Committee or airport authorities would be the best reference. Unfortunately, this detailed data is not readily available in the public domain.
In conclusion, the air passenger traffic in Kazakhstan has shown steady growth before the pandemic, and the July 2024 figures mark a significant recovery and a new record high. As the country continues to grow and develop, it's expected that air passenger traffic will continue to rise, making Kazakhstan a key player in regional and international aviation.
The increase in air passenger traffic in Kazakhstan can be associated with its progressive economic development and growing connectivity, facilitating a lifestyle that includes travel. This growth was reflected in the finance sector, as demonstrated by the higher profits in July 2024, despite a price increase, when compared to the same period the previous year.
