Brussels Airport has reported a significant surge in passenger numbers, with nearly 4.6 million travelers passing through its terminals in July and August. This represents a

notable 5% increase compared to the same period last year, as announced by the airport authorities. Additionally, Brussels Airlines is set to expand its fleet, welcoming a 10th long-haul aircraft next summer, connecting Brussels with the capital of Kenya, Nairobi.

In August alone, Brussels Airport handled 2,260,496 passengers, reinforcing its status as a key international gateway. The top ten most sought-after destinations from the airport included Spain, Turkey, Greece, Germany, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, France, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

While passenger numbers soared, the volume of cargo transported experienced a slight decrease of 1% in August, totaling 49,189 tonnes. Nevertheless, the total number of flight movements at Brussels Airport registered a 1% increase in August 2023 compared to the same month in the previous year, with passenger flights increasing by 3%.

Connection to Nairobi:

Brussels Airlines has unveiled plans to introduce an Airbus A330, reinstating the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, to its network in June. After a nine-year hiatus, flights between Brussels and Nairobi will operate six times a week during the summer and four times a week during the winter.

Dorothea von Boxberg, CEO of Brussels Airlines, emphasized the significance of this addition, stating, "This is a clear sign of confidence from the Lufthansa Group and also strengthens our position as the hub to Africa within the Group." Brussels Airlines, Belgium's largest carrier, is part of the German Lufthansa Group, showcasing their commitment to enhancing connectivity between Europe and Africa. Photo by Jérôme, Wikimedia commons.