SINGAPORE: Changi Airport is flying high after recording an impressive 69.98 million passenger movements in 2025, a significant 3.4 per cent increase compared to 2024. According to the Changi Airport Group (CAG), this achievement marks a milestone in the airport’s ongoing efforts to boost connectivity and efficiency.
Busy Flight Schedule and Impressive Cargo Volumes
The number of aircraft movements rose to 374,000, reflecting a 2.2 per cent annual growth. Meanwhile, airfreight throughput reached 2.08 million tonnes, an increase of 4.5 per cent. This upswing signifies one of the best cargo performances in Changi’s history, boosted by strong demand driven by the semiconductor industry and evolving technologies.
- Busiest Month: December 2025 – 6.3 million passenger movements.
- Busiest Day: 20 December 2025, with over 223,000 passengers.
- Top Five Passenger Markets: China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, and India.
Expanding Routes and Connectivity
Changi Airport welcomed 13 new city links in 2025, further enhancing its global footprint. New routes now connect Singapore with major cities across Asia and beyond, including:
- Changchun, Harbin, Lanzhou, Yichang, Zhangjiajie (China)
- Labuan Bajo, Padang, Semarang (Indonesia)
- Vienna (Austria), Vijayawada (India), Kota Bharu (Malaysia)
- Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia) – Singapore’s first direct connection to Mongolia.
- Nha Trang (Vietnam)
Two new passenger airlines, MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Pelita Air, have also joined the Changi family, complementing its diverse offerings.
Future Aspirations
CEO Yam Kum Weng highlighted that the airport is positioned to adapt to a rapidly changing travel environment. As demand continues to rise, CAG is committed to innovating and improving passenger experiences.
Changi Airport’s sustained growth comes amidst a volatile global environment, but with continued investments and adapting to market trends, it aims to maintain its status as a premier aviation hub.
As of January 2026, approximately 100 airlines operate over 7,300 weekly scheduled flights, linking Singapore to more than 170 cities across 50 countries, according to CAG.