Incheon International Airport Sets New Daily Passenger Record Amid High Demand
On the 4th of this month, Incheon International Airport experienced a record-breaking daily passenger count of over 239,000, marking the highest number since its opening. According to the Incheon International Airport Corporation, the total number of passengers reached 239,530, achieving the highest daily performance since the airport opened in 2001. The previous record was set before the COVID-19 pandemic on August 4, 2019, with 234,171 passengers. This new figure surpasses the previous record by more than 5,000 passengers and shows an increase of approximately 13.7% compared to the same day last year, which had 210,891 passengers.
In terms of nationality, China accounted for the highest increase at 49.2%, attributed to the effects of visa-free entry and the expanded tourism of domestic travelers. The broader Northeast Asia region, which includes Hong Kong and Taiwan, also saw a 24% increase.
Conversely, due to recent events in Cambodia, Southeast Asia recorded a relatively low growth rate of only 1.7%, despite being the peak winter season.
The airport emphasized that, even though it achieved the highest passenger numbers in history, operations remained consistent with regular airport management, enhancing passenger convenience. On the same day, the average waiting time at the departure hall of Terminal 1 was 7.9 minutes, with a maximum waiting time of 42 minutes, reflecting a level of congestion similar to regular times.
The airport credited the successful management to over 85,000 airport staff members, including those from the Ministry of Justice, customs, quarantine services, airlines, and affiliated companies, all performing their roles effectively. Notably, the enhanced operation of automated devices such as Smart Pass, improved training and deployment of security personnel in the departure area, and the expanded operation of designated departure gates in both Terminals 1 and 2 contributed to alleviating congestion.
Lee Hak-jae, the CEO of Incheon International Airport Corporation, stated that the record-breaking passenger count since its opening has been made possible through stable airport operations, thanks to the dedication of the 85,000 staff members.
In terms of nationality, China accounted for the highest increase at 49.2%, attributed to the effects of visa-free entry and the expanded tourism of domestic travelers. The broader Northeast Asia region, which includes Hong Kong and Taiwan, also saw a 24% increase.
Conversely, due to recent events in Cambodia, Southeast Asia recorded a relatively low growth rate of only 1.7%, despite being the peak winter season.
The airport emphasized that, even though it achieved the highest passenger numbers in history, operations remained consistent with regular airport management, enhancing passenger convenience. On the same day, the average waiting time at the departure hall of Terminal 1 was 7.9 minutes, with a maximum waiting time of 42 minutes, reflecting a level of congestion similar to regular times.
The airport credited the successful management to over 85,000 airport staff members, including those from the Ministry of Justice, customs, quarantine services, airlines, and affiliated companies, all performing their roles effectively. Notably, the enhanced operation of automated devices such as Smart Pass, improved training and deployment of security personnel in the departure area, and the expanded operation of designated departure gates in both Terminals 1 and 2 contributed to alleviating congestion.
Lee Hak-jae, the CEO of Incheon International Airport Corporation, stated that the record-breaking passenger count since its opening has been made possible through stable airport operations, thanks to the dedication of the 85,000 staff members.
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