The number of air passengers carried in the Netherlands experienced significant growth from 2013 to 2019, with a peak in 2019 at 46.358 million passengers. The year 2020 saw a dramatic drop of 68.19% due to COVID-19, with a slow recovery beginning in 2021 and a substantial rebound by 115% in 2022. By 2023, passenger numbers had surged to 49.963 million, marking a 20.1% year-on-year increase with a 5-year CAGR of 2.38%. Forecasts suggest continued growth, reaching 58.664 million in 2028, driven by a 5-year CAGR of 2.54%.
Future trends to watch for include:
• Resilience and potential declines due to global economic factors or shifts in consumer behavior
• Impact of environmental policies restricting air travel or promoting greener alternatives
• Increased competition from high-speed rail and technological advancements in aviation
• Potential influence of emerging markets and new airline routes on passenger numbers
