Brisbane Airport at a century-old mark, still carrying significant worth and importance
Brisbane Airport Shines as a Major Aviation Hub
Brisbane, Australia's third-largest city, has seen a significant surge in its popularity as a travel destination. The Brisbane Airport, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2024, has played a pivotal role in this growth.
The airport was relocated in 1988 to a location five kilometers from the city, on the edge of Moreton Bay, in time for the World Expo '88. Since then, it has grown into a major aviation hub, handling over 22.6 million passengers in the 2024 financial year, a 12.5% increase compared to the previous year.
The growth in passenger numbers is reflected in the record AUD 11.3 billion tourist spending in Brisbane in 2024. Two-thirds of international tourist arrivals in Queensland occur via Brisbane Airport.
The most important source countries for international tourists visiting Brisbane include China, New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan. However, the popularity of Brisbane is not limited to these countries. South Korea tops the list of Asian countries with the most overnight stays in Brisbane, with 2.8 million overnight stays (+37.2% compared to 2019). The number of overnight stays by Indonesian travelers increased by a staggering 127.5% in the same period.
Brisbane is more attractive than ever for international tourists, with record numbers of visitors from New Zealand and India. This is evident in the 53.7 million overnight stays in the city in 2024, which drove the record tourist spending.
Business traveler overnight stays in Brisbane increased by 30.5% to a record 5.8 million in 2024. The number of domestic business travelers in Brisbane increased by 13.5% to 2.1 million in the same year.
The growth in the airport's passenger numbers and tourist spending has not gone unnoticed. Gert-Jan de Graaff, CEO of Brisbane Airport, stated that the utilization of Brisbane Airport boosts local businesses and injects billions of dollars into the pockets of Queensland residents.
In a bid to further increase connectivity, Singapore Airlines will increase the number of weekly flights from Singapore to Brisbane from 24 to 28 starting June 16. Similarly, China Southern will begin daily flights from Guangzhou to Brisbane starting June 10.
Astrid Roben, a journalist with over 20 years of experience, primarily covers airlines, airports, and travel stories for a magazine. She has visited nearly 70 countries and has published several books about airlines and travel. Her insights into the travel industry provide valuable insights into the growth of Brisbane as a travel destination.
As Brisbane continues to grow as a travel destination, it is clear that the Brisbane Airport will play a crucial role in its future success. With increased connectivity and a growing number of visitors, the future looks bright for Brisbane and its airport.
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