Dubai Airport Records Busiest Year Ever

Key Points

• Dubai International Airport (DXB) handled a record 95.2 million passengers in 2025, solidifying its position as the world’s largest hub for international travel.
• India, Saudi Arabia, and the UK were the top source countries, while China, Egypt, and Italy saw the fastest passenger growth rates.
• Dubai plans to transition to the new Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) by 2032, which will have a capacity of up to 260 million passengers annually.

Summary

Dubai International Airport (DXB) set a new record in 2025 by handling 95.2 million passengers, a 3.1% increase from the previous year, making it the world’s busiest hub for international travel. India, Saudi Arabia, and the UK were the largest source markets, while countries like China and Egypt experienced significant growth in traffic. With projections of even higher traffic in 2026, Dubai is preparing to eventually replace DXB with the new Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), expected to be completed by 2032 with a massive capacity and modern infrastructure.