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Brussels Airport Sees 3.3% Passenger Growth Despite Strikes

1/16/2026

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In 2025, Brussels Airport served 24.4 million passengers, up 3.3% from 2024, despite seven national strikes causing 2,400 flight cancellations and a loss of 275,000 passengers.
Brussels Airport expanded its network by adding six destinations and three new airlines.
In 2025, cargo operations processed 795,000 tonnes, an 8.5% increase from 2024.
Arnaud Feist, CEO of Brussels Airport, noted December 2025 saw passenger numbers rise 3.9% while cargo volumes fell 6.6%.

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In 2025, Brussels Airport served 24.4 million passengers, up 3.3% from 2024, despite seven national strikes causing 2,400 flight cancellations and a loss of 275,000 passengers.
Brussels Airport expanded its network by adding six destinations and three new airlines.
In 2025, cargo operations processed 795,000 tonnes, an 8.5% increase from 2024.
Arnaud Feist, CEO of Brussels Airport, noted December 2025 saw passenger numbers rise 3.9% while cargo volumes fell 6.6%.