New record for Gdańsk Airport – 6,714,149 passengers served! In 2024, Gdańsk Airport achieved a result that sets a new standard in the history of the airport.
Record numbers of passengers served, dynamic growth in the number of connections and growing charter traffic confirm that this was a record year.
What makes passengers of Gdańsk Airport choose this particular airport? Discover the details and plans for the future – Gdańsk is breaking new records!
New Record at Gdańsk Airport: 6.7 Million Passengers!
A new record for the airport was achieved in 2024, when the Gdańsk airport served as many as 6,714,149 passengers , which means a record for passengers served and an increase of 13.7% compared to the previous year.
It was a record-breaking year , which placed the Gdańsk airport among the leading Polish airports in terms of development dynamics.
The average number of passengers served per month exceeded 500,000 , and peak traffic was recorded in July and August – months in which 740,844 and 739,350 passengers used the airport’s services, respectively.
This good result was possible thanks to the expanded route network, which included 92 connections in regular traffic , including new destinations such as Rome, Skellefteå and Brindisi. Additionally, the development of charter traffic had a significant contribution, which achieved an increase of 48.7% .
What influenced the record result?
This success was due to several key factors:
Extensive connection network : in 2024, Gdańsk offered as many as 92 regular destinations , operated by 11 carriers , both domestic and international.
New routes : The network now includes connections to Rome (Ciampino and Fiumicino), Skellefteå, Brindisi, Valencia and Milan Malpensa, introduced by Ryanair and Wizz Air .
The boom in charter traffic : The number of passengers in this category increased by as much as 48.7% , reaching 640,480 travelers . Turkey, Greece and Egypt were among the most popular holiday destinations.
Record-breaking 2024: Success on many levels
The past year, 2024, turned out to be a breakthrough in many respects, bringing new achievements to the Gdańsk airport .
The introduction of innovative solutions, such as a point for quickly issuing temporary passports, significantly improved the comfort of travellers, which was appreciated by the airport passengers .
Thanks to such dynamic development and constantly growing interest in travel, the Gdańsk airport has served a record number of passengers , confirming its role as one of the most important airports in Poland.
These achievements were the result not only of an increase in the number of passengers, but also of the development of the connection network and the high quality of services provided.
Leaders of Air Traffic in Gdańsk
In 2024, Wizz Air became the undisputed leader in scheduled traffic at Gdańsk Airport , serving as much as 45.2% of all passengers in this segment . This result confirms the record-breaking year and the importance of this airline for the growing air traffic in Gdańsk.
Wizz Air strengthened its dominance with a wide range of connections, including new routes to Milan Malpensa and Rome Fiumicino , which proved very popular with travellers.
Ryanair came in second place, with a share of 35.2% . The Irish airline attracted passengers from Gdańsk Airport with both proven connections to London , Oslo and Dublin , as well as new routes to Valencia , Skellefteå and Brindisi .
Both carriers played a key role in the airport’s record year by offering passengers a wide range of destinations and attractive prices.
What are the Most Popular Flight Destinations in the route network?
London has once again confirmed its position as the most popular destination from Gdańsk Airport . In 2024, as many as 525,625 passengers were served on routes to the capital of Great Britain, making London the undisputed leader in international traffic.
Regular connections offered by Wizz Air and Ryanair provided travellers with great flexibility in choosing dates, which additionally influenced the popularity of this destination.
The next places were occupied by routes to Oslo and Copenhagen . In 2024, 476,880 passengers flew to the capital of Norway, and 391,607 to Copenhagen.
The high popularity of these destinations resulted both from the large Polish community working in Scandinavia and from convenient transfer possibilities to other places in the world.
Other favourite destinations included Stockholm (345,090 passengers), Warsaw (285,863 passengers) and Amsterdam (218,560 passengers).
Millions of passengers have used these routes, which have enjoyed great interest for years, being attractive to both business travellers and tourists.
Thanks to this, Gdańsk Airport is breaking new records in the number of passengers using its services.
New Destinations on the Horizon: Bratislava and Others
In 2024, Gdańsk Airport significantly expanded its flight network, offering passengers even more options.
One of the most anticipated new destinations is Bratislava , to which you will be able to fly from Gdańsk with Ryanair from 1 April 2025. Flights are scheduled three times a week – on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
This connection will not only make it easier to visit the capital of Slovakia, but will also create an excellent opportunity to travel to Vienna, which is only 60 km away.
Flights to Bratislava will operate at the following times:
Tuesdays : departure from Gdansk at 14:55, return at 12:55
Thursdays : Departure at 8:50, return at 6:50
Saturdays : departure at 11:35 p.m., return at 9:35 p.m.
The journey will take about 1 hour and 35 minutes , and ticket prices start at about PLN 120. From Bratislava, Vienna is easy to reach thanks to numerous bus and train connections. The journey takes from 1 to 1.5 hours, and the ticket costs about 7 euros (PLN 30) .
In 2024, several other equally attractive destinations were launched:
Rome (Ciampino and Fiumicino) – operated by Ryanair and Wizz Air respectively,
Milan Malpensa and Valencia – Wizz Air,
Skellefteå and Brindisi – Ryanair,
Helsinki – return of Finnair flights,
Birmingham and Manchester – new Jet2.com routes.
Thanks to these new routes, Gdańsk Airport could offer as many as 92 regular connections in 2024, meeting the needs of both tourists and business travellers.
Charter and Cargo Traffic: Record Results
640,480 passengers in charter traffic – an increase of 48.7%! 2024 was a breakthrough year for Gdańsk Airport in terms of charter traffic.
As many as 640,480 passengers used charter services, which means an impressive increase of 48.7% compared to 2023.
Such high results are due to popular holiday destinations such as Turkey , Greece , Egypt and Spain , which enjoyed huge interest from travellers.
Among the new features in the charter offer, the following are particularly noteworthy:
Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt
Marsa Alam
Greek islands such as Zakynthos , Crete and Rhodes
Fuerteventura and Palma de Mallorca in Spain
11,681 tons of cargo – a stable increase of 1.7% In 2024, Gdańsk Airport handled 11,681 tons of cargo , which is an increase of 1.7% compared to the previous year.
The main shipping categories are courier shipments and high-value goods such as electronics and medical devices .
Thanks to modern infrastructure and an extensive network of connections, the airport in Gdańsk has maintained the status of a key transport hub in the Pomerania region.
Jubilee and Symbolic Achievements: 50 years of the airport in Rębiechowo
The year 2024 was a special one for Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport – the airport celebrated its 50th anniversary in its current location and the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Gdańsk Airport company .
The celebrations highlighted both the airport’s rich history and its dynamic development, attracting the attention of travellers and the local community.
The highlight of the celebrations was the gala , which took place on April 5, 2024 at AmberExpo. The event was attended by over 1,300 guests , including representatives of the aviation industry, politics, business, media and the world of culture.
During the ceremony, people who made particular contributions to the development of the airport were distinguished, including Lech Wałęsa , Mieczysław Struk , Aleksandra Dulkiewicz , Wojciech Szczurek and Magdalena Czarzyńska-Jachim .
The gala was graced by performances by artists such as Reni Jusis , Capella Gedanensis , soloists and the ballet of the Musical Theatre in Gdynia. and the Bubliczki band from Kashubia.
The Airport Carnival , which took place on January 27, 2024 in the T2 terminal, was another important part of the celebrations. It was a dance event dedicated to seniors, which perfectly fit into the integration nature of the anniversary, showing the airport's openness to the local community.
During the celebrations, there was also no shortage of talks about the future and plans for infrastructure development. The plans include the construction of a modern apron , a third service hangar and a passenger terminal, which will replace the current T1.
Over the last 50 years, Gdańsk Airport has served 65 million passengers , and in 2024 it will exceed 6 million passengers served annually , achieving one of the best results in its history.
Events at the Gdańsk Airport
The year 2024 was full of events promoting a healthy lifestyle and building relationships in the local community. The airport summed up activities that engaged residents and passengers in unusual sports activities.
April saw the third edition of the Night Duathlon , during which participants ran and cycled along the airport runway. May saw the Skyway Run , a unique 5-kilometre run along the runway.
Both events attracted hundreds of participants, including entire families, and became one of the most interesting attractions of the year.
Another great success was the introduction of new connections from Gdańsk to Birmingham and Manchester by Jet2.com , which significantly expanded the Tricity network of regular connections .
Additionally, during the holiday season, Jet2.com has launched special flights to the Christmas Market in Gdansk , recognized as the best in Europe in 2024.
The new destinations have gained huge interest among tourists from Great Britain, attracting even more travellers and highlighting the dynamic development of Gdańsk airport.
Initiatives and Plans for the Future
Silent Airport – a new standard of comfort for passengers: As of January 31, 2025, Gdańsk Airport will introduce the Silent Airport program , which will change the way of communicating in the terminal. The project involves limiting the number of audio announcements to an absolute minimum to provide travelers with a calm and comfortable environment. Only key announcements will remain, such as information about gate openings, last calls for passengers and gate changes. Thanks to this, the airport will become more friendly to all visitors.
Acoustic revitalization – support for residents: Gdańsk Airport does not forget about the residents of nearby housing estates. As part of the acoustic revitalization program, solutions are being considered that will help reduce the nuisance of aircraft noise. Among the proposed actions is financial support for property owners for the installation of soundproof windows. Thanks to these initiatives, residents of the airport area will be able to enjoy greater acoustic comfort.
Ambitious infrastructure investments: Gdańsk Airport is also preparing for large investments that will significantly increase its operational capabilities and passenger comfort. The plans for the coming years include:
Construction of a new apron
Construction of the third service hangar
Construction of a modern passenger terminal in place of the current T1
These activities are part of the airport’s long-term development strategy, which aims to meet the growing demands of passengers and strengthen its position as a key transport hub in Poland and Central Europe.
Financial Success of Gdańsk Airport: Record Year and Plans for the Future
The year 2024 turned out to be extremely successful for Gdańsk Airport , which achieved a record financial result . The airport recorded a net profit of PLN 20 million , and its revenues increased by 22.1% , reaching PLN 297.8 million .
This good result was the result of several key factors: the growing number of passengers, the dynamic development of the regular connection network and increased cargo traffic.
The significant increase in the number of passengers by 13.7% translated directly into higher revenues from airport fees, commercial, catering and parking services.
New destinations, such as Bratislava , Milan and Valencia , as well as the development of charter traffic additionally attracted travellers, strengthening Gdańsk's position as an important transport hub.
Ambitious plans for 2025 assume further development of infrastructure and route network. The airport intends to introduce new destinations, including new routes in Europe and beyond. The infrastructure expansion will include the construction of a new passenger terminal at the T1 location and a new apron .
Forecasts for the coming year indicate further growth in passenger numbers, which may exceed 9-10 million passengers per year .
Charter traffic is also expected to develop, especially to holiday destinations such as Turkey , Greece and Egypt . The airport has ambitious plans that will strengthen its position among the top Polish airports for years to come.
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