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On December 21, 2025, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg saw a significant increase in passenger numbers compared to both the 30-day and long-term averages, while cargo volumes were substantially lower than usual, and flight movements remained stable. This indicates a robust recovery in passenger traffic and steady flight operations, despite a notable decrease in cargo activity.
On December 21, 2025, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg experienced a passenger volume of 30,275, handled 2.224 metric tons of cargo, and recorded 223 flight movements. Compared to the 30-day average, passenger numbers were significantly higher, exceeding the average of 23,229.2 by approximately 30%. Cargo volumes, however, were substantially lower than the 30-day average of 150.09 metric tons, indicating a notable decrease. Flight movements were slightly above the 30-day average of 200.73, showing a moderate increase.
In relation to the seasonal average, the passenger count was well above the typical daily figures observed in December over recent years, reflecting a robust travel period. The cargo volume, on the other hand, was considerably below the usual seasonal levels, suggesting a potential dip in freight activity. Flight movements aligned closely with the seasonal norms, indicating stable operational activity.
When compared to the long-term average since 2019, the passenger traffic on December 21 was notably high, suggesting a strong recovery or growth in passenger numbers. Cargo handling was significantly lower than the long-term trends, while flight movements were consistent with historical averages, maintaining a steady operational pace. Overall, the day marked a strong passenger turnout with stable flight operations, contrasted by a notable dip in cargo activity.
| Year | Passengers | Flights | Avg Daily Passengers | Avg Daily Flights | Max Passengers | Max Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 510577 | 4429 | 24313 | 211 | 30275 | 271 |
| 2024 | 682654 | 6742 | 22021 | 217 | 27518 | 319 |
| 2023 | 639800 | 6435 | 20639 | 208 | 25901 | 285 |
| 2022 | 556601 | 5750 | 17955 | 185 | 23060 | 276 |
| 2021 | 358220 | 5800 | 11555 | 187 | 18170 | 304 |
| 2020 | 125614 | 3471 | 4052 | 112 | 10022 | 234 |
| 2019 | 640301 | 6916 | 20655 | 223 | 28127 | 287 |
| Rank | Date | passengers | flights |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-10-10 | 37476 | 236 |
| 2 | 2025-10-06 | 37141 | 237 |
| 3 | 2025-10-05 | 36896 | 230 |
| 4 | 2025-08-08 | 36788 | 238 |
| 5 | 2025-10-12 | 36202 | 236 |
| 6 | 2025-08-01 | 36094 | 230 |
| 7 | 2025-09-28 | 35708 | 230 |
| 8 | 2025-10-13 | 35518 | 241 |
| 9 | 2025-09-29 | 35449 | 233 |
| 10 | 2025-09-19 | 35332 | 237 |
🤖 This text was generated with the assistance of AI. All quantitative statements are derived directly from the dataset listed under Data Source.