Cancún Airport Bounces Back as Passenger Numbers Rise

Cancún, Quintana Roo — The Cancún International Airport (CUN) recorded an 8% drop in passenger traffic during the first quarter of 2025. However, since April, this trend has begun to reverse, with the decline moderating to 5%, raising positive expectations for the upcoming high season.

Carlos Trueba, director of the airport, reported that thanks to the dynamism of the domestic market, 3.9 million passengers traveled through the terminal in May, approaching 2024 levels. That year, the airport handled a total of 30,411,520 passengers, marking a 7.1% increase compared to the previous year.

“The summer looks good, roughly on par with last year. We had an 8% drop in the first quarter, but starting in April, things began to improve. Now the decline is at 5%,” he explained.

Projections for the summer and winter seasons are favorable, particularly due to the announcement of new routes to the Mexican Caribbean. Trueba emphasized that the recovery in air traffic is progressing gradually, driven by additional flight schedules. However, he acknowledged a global industry challenge: a shortage of available seats.

This issue, he noted, stems primarily from the time required for aircraft maintenance—a situation affecting airlines worldwide, not just in Mexico. While it has slowed growth, it has not yet severely impacted airport operations.

The director also highlighted that Cancún’s air connectivity continues to strengthen, with steady additions of domestic and international routes. The goal, he stressed, is to expand travel options and solidify Cancún as one of Mexico’s most significant tourist destinations.

Currently, the airport offers direct flights to 113 destinations across 31 countries, positioning it as one of Latin America’s leading air travel hubs.