Traffic at key Middle East airports halves in two months since conflict

Traffic at key Middle East airports has halved since the start of the conflict, with approximately 27 million passengers unable to travel as planned across nine major hubs between March and April 2025. This disruption has significantly impacted routes connecting Asia-Pacific and Europe, leading to an estimated $1 billion revenue shortfall for the airports. While Asia-Pacific airports have shown resilience, the Middle East faces a critical juncture due to potential prolonged instability.