Airport News
Brussels Airport (BRU) August 2025 Operational Report
Flight Activity Overview Total Departing Flights: 8,183 Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: +4.75% In August 2025, Brussels Airport handled 8,183 departures, a +4.75% year‑over‑year change as airlines optimized capacity for late‑summer demand. The increase supports Belgium’s outbound travel and strengthens connectivity into European hubs and leisure markets. On-Time Performance and Cancellations Departure On-Time Performance: 64.50% Year-over-Year Change in On-Time Performance: -1.69 percentage points Cancelled Flights: 32 Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: -68.63% Departure on‑time performance was 64.50% with a change of -1.69 percentage points, reflecting intermittent weather over Western Europe and air traffic flow constraints. There were 32 cancelled departures (-68.63% YoY), and travelers felt fewer severe disruptions, though tight connections remain sensitive during peaks. Airlines Serving Brussels Airport Service at Brussels Airport is anchored by Brussels Airlines alongside major European network carriers and selected long‑haul operators to North America and the Middle East. With 8,183 departures in the month, the hub balances dense intra‑Europe frequencies with strategic long‑haul links. Outlook Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at Brussels Airport should remain broadly steady with departure on‑time performance near current levels; afternoon convection and weekend peaks may cause localized delays. Passengers should choose morning flights when possible, allow 60–90 minutes of buffer for security and connections on busy days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather alerts via the NextFly App.
2025/09/16 09:16
São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) August 2025 Operational Report
Flight Activity Overview Total Departing Flights: 7,706 Year-over-Year Change in Departing Flights: +3.55% São Paulo–Congonhas Airport recorded 7,706 departures in August 2025, a +3.55% year-over-year change. The modest growth reflects steady corporate and leisure demand in São Paulo’s core market, with carriers fine-tuning peak-hour schedules and aircraft utilization. As one of Brazil’s busiest urban airports, the hub’s throughput supports connectivity across major domestic business corridors. On-Time Performance and Cancellations Departure On-Time Performance: 88.88% Change in On-Time Performance (YoY): +10.63 percentage points Cancelled Flights: 36 Year-over-Year Change in Cancellations: -78.18% Departure on-time performance reached 88.88%, supported by improved turnaround discipline and favorable winter weather in southeastern Brazil. The year-over-year differential was +10.63 percentage points, and only 36 departures were cancelled (-78.18% YoY), limiting major disruptions. Travelers experienced shorter knock-on delays compared with last year, especially on high-frequency trunk routes. Airlines Serving CGH São Paulo–Congonhas Airport is primarily served by LATAM, GOL, and Azul, concentrating high-frequency links to Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, Belo Horizonte, and other business centers. The network emphasizes short‑haul domestic connectivity with shuttle‑style schedules during peaks, complementing São Paulo’s broader multi‑airport system. Outlook Over the next 4–8 weeks, schedules at São Paulo–Congonhas Airport should remain broadly stable and on-time performance is likely to fluctuate slightly around current levels; afternoon showers and weekend peaks are the main risk windows. Passengers should prioritize morning departures, allow 60–90 minutes of buffer for security and connections on busy days, and monitor real‑time gate and weather alerts via the NextFly App.
2025/09/16 09:16
Jeju International Airport (CJU) August 2025 Operational Report
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Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) August 2025 Operational Report
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Copenhagen Airport (CPH) August 2025 Operational Report
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New Chitose Airport (CTS) August 2025 Operational Report
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Cancún International Airport (CUN) August 2025 Operational Report
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Dallas Love Field (DAL) August 2025 Operational Report
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Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) August 2025 Operational Report
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Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) August 2025 Operational Report
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Airline Insights
Iberia (IB) August 2025 Operational Report
Flight Activity Overview Total arriving flights: 19,974Year-over-year change: -0.74% Iberia handled 19,974 arriving flights in August, slightly below last year at -0.74%. The marginal year‑over‑year shift reflects a deliberate focus on high‑yield markets while trimming low‑utilization rotations after the midsummer peak. Demand on Spain–Europe leisure corridors remained strong, but shoulder‑season patterns and schedule rationalization kept the operation balanced and efficient. On-Time Performance and Cancellations On-time arrival rate: 92.69%Change in on-time rate: +1.25 percentage pointsCancelled flights: 77Year-over-year change (cancellations): -59.90% The punctuality of arrivals reached 92.69%, with a change of +1.25 percentage points. Only 77 flights were cancelled, a -59.90% year‑over‑year change. Weather over the Iberian Peninsula and intermittent air traffic control flow restrictions in Europe were present, but tighter turn‑time controls, proactive maintenance planning, and dynamic aircraft and crew allocation helped stabilize day‑of‑operations. Key Hubs Madrid–Barajas serves as the primary hub for Iberia, concentrating arrivals from domestic Spain and major European capitals. Barcelona acts as a complementary base for regional demand and seasonal leisure flows. A wave‑based schedule at Madrid facilitates short connections into trans‑Atlantic services to Latin America and late‑evening returns into Europe. Outlook For travelers, Iberia currently offers reliable operations with punctuality at 92.69%; early‑day departures typically present the smoothest experience through Madrid. Expect on‑time performance to remain stable as post‑summer schedules compress and as additional standby crews support irregular operations. Look for incremental customer‑experience upgrades on the ground in Madrid and Barcelona, along with selective capacity adjustments and seasonal routes into autumn.
2025/09/15 02:40
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL) August 2025 Operational Report
Flight Activity Overview Total arriving flights: 23,686Year-over-year change: +3.90% KLM Royal Dutch Airlines handled a substantial summer schedule in August, supported by strong leisure demand across Europe and resilient business travel on transatlantic routes. The +3.90% year-over-year change in arriving flights reflects calibrated capacity restoration after Schiphol slot adjustments and improved fleet availability. Competitive pressure from low‑cost carriers on short‑haul was offset by higher transfer flows through Amsterdam, allowing the carrier to protect frequencies on core markets and sustain connectivity for long‑haul banks. On-time Performance and Cancellations On-time arrival rate: 90.37%Change vs last year: -2.11 percentage pointsCancelled flights: 288Year-over-year change: +74.55% Punctuality was shaped by thunderstorms in Northwest Europe and air traffic control staffing constraints that created peak‑hour flow restrictions. Ground processes at Amsterdam were reinforced with additional turnaround crews and tighter gating discipline to reduce pushback queues. The airline continued to use schedule buffers and flexible aircraft rotations, supported by its integrated operations control, to contain knock‑on delays and stabilize the cancellation count. Key Hubs Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) remained the central hub, organizing arrivals and departures into wave patterns that feed long‑haul connections to North America, Asia, and Africa. Core European spokes such as London, Paris, and the Nordic capitals provided dense frequencies, while Mediterranean leisure routes absorbed peak seasonal demand. Bank structures were maintained to secure minimum connection times, with selective retiming on congested hours to preserve reliability. Outlook For travelers, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines offers broad network coverage and dependable transfer options at Amsterdam; passengers should plan extra time during morning and late‑afternoon peaks. Looking ahead, the airline aims to keep punctuality stable or improving through refined block times and expanded spare‑aircraft coverage. Customers can also expect targeted schedule adjustments around weather‑prone periods and incremental product upgrades on key long‑haul routes.
2025/09/15 02:40
Xiamen Airlines (MF) August 2025 Operational Report
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China Eastern Airlines (MU) August 2025 Operational Report
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Spirit Airlines (NK) August 2025 Operational Report
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Pegasus Airlines (PC) August 2025 Operational Report
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SkyWest Airlines (OO) August 2025 Operational Report
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Qantas Airways (QF) August 2025 Operational Report
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Shandong Airlines (SC) August 2025 Operational Report
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GOL Linhas Aéreas (G3) August 2025 Operational Report
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