According to the latest Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific and Middle East (ACI APAC & MID) Airport Connectivity Index 2023, Hamad International Airport ranked second in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East Region for total connectivity.
This exceptional accomplishment underscores the airport’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional connectivity for travellers worldwide. As one of the fastest-growing aviation markets with air connectivity relative to its population, the airport plays a pivotal role in nurturing global connections.
ACI APAC & MID Airport Connectivity Report
Developed in partnership with PwC, the ACI APAC & MID Airport Connectivity Report measures the passengers’ ability to access the global air transport network, capturing both direct and indirect routes, and also factoring in the quality of service of each connection, such as destination choice, service frequency, onward connectivity and price contributing to the passenger experience. The report was announced at the launch of the ACI APAC & MID Middle East office in Riyadh.
Hamad International Airport Chief Operating Officer Engineer Badr Mohammed Al Meer said that the findings of the report further validates their investment towards expanding the airport’s capacity through their multi-phased airport expansion project, which will enable growth and further connectivity. He said that this ultimately boosts local and global tourism and the aviation industry as a whole.
The Middle East stands out for its growth rate for total connectivity and showcased the strongest recovery post-COVID-19, according to the report.
ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East Director General Stefano Baronci congratulated HIA for its consistent efforts to enhance its air connectivity network. He said that the recognition is a testament to the airport’s unwavering dedication to delivering broader air connectivity, connecting people and places globally.
Impressive connection to over 170 destinations
Regarding its airline network, Hamad International Airport now impressively connects to over 170 destinations, cementing Qatar’s reputation as the ultimate travel and sporting destination.
Apart from the rapid expansion of Qatar Airways this year – Qatar’s national carrier – Hamad International Airport’s position in ACI’s air route connectivity index has also contributed by the commencement of multiple new airline partners, namely American Airlines, Finnair, Malaysia Airlines and Air Algerie and the resumption of Royal Air Maroc, which has allowed the airport’s connectivity to various destinations in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia and North Africa.
During the first half of 2023, the airport experienced an impressive 33.5% increase in passenger traffic. This surge welcomed over 20 million passengers to the facility, reaffirming its status as the favoured hub for millions of travellers.
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