Norwich Airport has reported another successful summer season, with passenger numbers up 5% year-on-year between 1st April and 31st October 2025 to 332,251.
The increase of 15,822 builds on last summer’s exceptional 23% growth and reflects the continued success of new services launched by Ryanair – which began flying from Norwich for the first time in April 2024 with routes to Alicante, Faro and Malta – and other major operators like TUI and KLM.
Ryanair’s arrival proved a major catalyst for growth last year, and demand has remained strong. Entering the winter 2025/26 season, Ryanair’s Malta service has been extended to twice-weekly throughout the winter, joining Alicante, which became a year-round destination last year.
Airport bosses say having two year-round Ryanair routes introduced so soon after the airline’s launch from Norwich is a clear vote of confidence in the airport and the region, as well as a real boost for local passengers seeking greater choice and convenience.
Looking ahead, TUI will continue its summer schedule to Cyprus, Greece, Turkey, the Canaries and Balearic Islands, and KLM continues daily flights to Amsterdam up to four times daily. There is also a regular scheduled service to Aberdeen with Loganair.
Richard Pace, Managing Director of Norwich Airport, said: “We’re delighted to see more growth in passenger numbers this summer, following last year’s exceptional increase with the arrival of Ryanair, and the continued support of all our airline partners. The extension of Malta and Alicante to year-round services is a real boost and we’re already looking ahead to next summer when we anticipate further growth as more people choose to fly local.”
Norwich Airport was recently ranked among the UK’s top airports for passenger experience in a major national survey, performing strongly in areas such as customer service, security and check-in. Passengers praised the airport’s efficient operations, shorter queues and relaxed atmosphere.
Norwich Airport currently serves 19 destinations and directly employs around 250 people. It is part of leading UK regional airport operator Regional & City Airports.