Unprecedented growth in air activity
Haifa Airport continues to record impressive growth figures for 2025, with a significant increase in passenger and aircraft traffic – both domestic and international flights. Data provided to Haifa – the News and Environment Corporation shows that since the end of 2024, with the start of operations of the new airline "Air Haifa"There has been a dramatic jump in demand for aviation services from the city of Haifa.
Domestic flights: almost 140% jump in passenger numbers
In May 2025, there were 7,850 passengers on domestic flights, compared to only 3,274 passengers in the same period in 2024 – An increase of almost 140%However, the number of aircraft at the airport on domestic flights increased relatively modestly – from 1,448 to just 1,546, an increase of only about 7%. This means more passengers per flight – evidence of increased efficiency and the use of higher-capacity aircraft.
(Data source: Haifa Airport)
International flights: a jump of over 3,000% per year
On the international front, there has been unprecedented growth: 15,078 passengers International flights passed through Haifa Airport in May 2025, compared to Only 446 in May 2024 - A jump of 3,280%The number of international aircraft increased from 123 to 373 – an increase of more than 200%. The annual figures also indicate consistent growth, with a 168% increase in the number of aircraft by the end of May 2025 compared to the previous year.
(Data source: Haifa Airport)
"Air Haifa" changes the rules of the game
One of the main reasons for the impressive growth is The company's entry into operation "Air Haifa" At the end of 2024. The local company, which focused on short routes to selected domestic and international destinations, helped make flights accessible to Haifa residents and residents of the north, and led to increased confidence in the ability of Haifa Airport to serve as an efficient and significant air gateway.
Fewer flights – more passengers
The data shows a clear picture: the increase in the number of passengers is not just due to the increase in flights, but also to a significant improvement in the carrying capacity of existing aircraft. The planes that depart and arrive at Haifa today usually take off when they are full – evidence of the growing demand and efficient planning of the airport's operations.
Haifa returns to the aerial map
The May 2025 data positions Haifa Airport as a significant aviation hub – not only locally, but also internationally. With the continued growth and expansion of Air Haifa and other companies in the future, it is very possible that the city will occupy an even more central place on Israel's aviation map.
It's sad that there are idiotic officials who are preventing the extension of the runway to allow large planes to visit Haifa.
Good morning, the time has come.
"Beautiful Haifa" ✨️on the "map"… 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏The International…!!!@😭
Luckily it was a rotorcraft and not a jet.
Why aren't they expanding the airport, afraid that Tel Aviv will no longer be relevant to northerners?
Well done, finally 💪