Mangaluru: Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) reported a steady first half performance in FY 2025–26, handling 1.24 million passengers between April and September, marking an 11% year-on-year growth.

According to Mangaluru International Airport Ltd, domestic passenger traffic reached 0.83 million, up 6.16%, while international passengers rose 22.1% to 0.41 million, signalling growing overseas connectivity.

The airport also registered 9,245 Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) in the first half, reflecting a 16.2% jump over the previous year. Domestic ATMs accounted for 6,933, and international for 2,218, indicating sustained flight operations.

In addition, IXE recorded its second highest single-day traffic of 8,103 passengers on April 12, which was later surpassed on October 1 with 8,168 pa

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