Pune Airport Records Massive Surge: International Passenger Traffic Doubles, Domestic Flyers Also Hit New High

Pune:
has delivered a “double dhamaka” in aviation growth this year, with both domestic and international travel showing a significant rise. Newly released data from Pune Airport reveals that passenger movement and flight operations surged considerably in 2025 compared to last year.

International Passenger Traffic Doubles

In September 2024, Pune recorded 12,877 international passengers.
In September 2025, the number skyrocketed to 22,308.

Similarly:

October 2024: 14,238 passengers

October 2025: 28,258 passengers

Airport officials confirm that nearly every month has recorded similar trends, indicating a sustained increase in outbound international travel for tourism, education, business and holiday breaks.

Domestic Passenger Traffic Also Rises Sharply

September 2024: 8,23,296 passengers

September 2025: 8,50,214 passengers

October 2024: 8,44,991

October 2025: 8,89,264

Domestic air travel continues to grow as Pune expands as a corporate, educational and tech hub.

International Flights Double

September 2024: 109 flights

September 2025: 202 flights

October 2024: 105 flights

October 2025: 222 flights

Domestic Flights Up as Well

September 2024: 5,473 flights

September 2025: 5,702

October 2024: 5,698

October 2025: 5,986

Airport officials say the steep rise in passenger demand proves Pune’s growing importance as a global aviation touchpoint, not just a domestic travel center.

Official Statement

“The doubling of international passengers shows Pune’s emergence as a global hub. With increasing demand, we are committed to expanding airport facilities and improving service quality,” the airport authority said.