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IN BRIEF
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As of March 31, 2026, the network VINCI Airports welcomed more than 74 million passengers in the first quarter, showing an increase in +1.5% compared to 2025 — a performance that testifies to the resilience of the group despite geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East and tensions in Asia.
L’Latin America served as an engine: Salvador Bahia records a double-digit increase (+12%Monterrey remains dynamic, Santo Domingo benefits from Arajet, while Santiago (Chile) suffers a decline due to fleet allocation problems. Cape Verde is illustrated by a growth of +17% Driven by new connections (easyJet, Transavia), and several European hubs — notably Belgrade, Edinburgh and Budapest — continue their growth trajectory, boosted by connections to Western Europe and the Mediterranean.
In summary: As of March 31, 2026, the network VINCI Airports welcomed more than 74 million passengers in the first quarter, representing an increase in 1.5% compared to the same period in 2025. Despite geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East and tensions in Asia, the geographical diversity of the network and the strength of the markets in Latin America and Cape Verde have made it possible to maintain a positive dynamic.
Overall network performance
The first quarter of 2026 illustrates the group’s ability to absorb localized shocks without disrupting its growth trajectory. Total passenger traffic of over 74 million confirms a resilience supported by the network, backed by a diversified air service and increased capacity at several hubs. For financial context and the official announcement, see also the communication published on the website of the Financial Times Markets and the summary relayed by Boursorama.
Latin America: the main driving force
L’Latin America was the driving force behind quarterly growth. In Brazil, the airport of Salvador Bahia recorded double-digit growth (+12%), driven by expanded capacity from airlines such as GOL, Azul, and LATAM, as well as long-haul demand via TAP. Mexico confirms its strong momentum, driven in particular by Monterrey where domestic traffic remains very heavy.
In the Dominican Republic, the rise ofArajet boosted tourism to Santo Domingo, while the Costa Rica maintains its international appeal. The only downside: the airport of Santiago (Chile) saw its traffic decline, a consequence of poor fleet allocation affecting SKY Airlines.
For a more comprehensive media overview, reports and analyses have been published on Zonebourse And Yahoo Finance France.
Cape Verde: spectacular takeoff
The archipelago of Cape Verde showed remarkable progress +17% this quarter. This increase is due to a strategy of opening new routes and diversifying connectivity, with the arrival or strengthening of links operated by partners such as easyJet And Transavia, particularly for the winter season from France, the United Kingdom, and Portugal. The success of these connections illustrates how island markets can capture global tourism demand when they are better connected.
Europe: Targeted growth and resilient markets
Several European platforms within the network continued their progress. The airport of Belgrade confirms its dynamism through the expansion of routes to Western Europe. EdinburghThe increase in traffic is supported by Mediterranean destinations, popular for seasonal getaways.
Despite the suspension of some flights to the Middle East, Budapest maintained a high level of traffic, thanks to the strengthening of offers from low-cost companies such as Ryanair and easyJet, and a renewed interest in Italy, Spain and France.
Impact of geopolitical tensions and external factors
The international context was marked by disruptions in the Middle East and tensions between China and Japan, which impacted some airports locally. However, the overall effect on the VINCI Airports network remained limited, demonstrating the robustness of the asset portfolio and geographical diversification. To better understand the regional airport environment in Asia and its evolution, one can consult analyses on infrastructure strengthening in Thailand, such as projects aimed at doubling the capacity of its airports and the introduction of biometric systems in several platforms (article, article).
Operational outlook and signals to watch
The trajectory for the coming quarters will depend on geopolitical stability and the ability of airlines to adjust their fleets. Challenges remain, such as managing capacity allocations (as seen with SKY Airlines in Chile) and adapting to new tourist demands. Official communications and detailed traffic reports remain useful sources: see in particular the report published on the VINCI Airports website and its media outlets (Airport.fr) and the financial statements available on specialized platforms (FT Markets, Zonebourse).
Resources and press mentions
For more in-depth information on the figures and to follow official announcements, the following articles and press releases can be consulted: Boursorama, FT Markets, Zonebourse, Airport.fr And Yahoo Finance France.
Brief, sparkling FAQ — VINCI Airports: traffic summary as of March 31, 2026
Q. What is the overall traffic situation for the VINCI Airports network in the first quarter of 2026?
A. The network has welcomed a little over 74 million of passengers in the first quarter of 2026, representing an increase of approximately 1.5% compared to the same period in 2025 — a performance that illustrates the resilience of the group despite a turbulent international context.
Q. Have geopolitical disruptions slowed the recovery?
A. They created local effects — notably the conflict at Middle East and the tensions between the China and Japan — but the overall impact on the VINCI Airports network remained limited and the commercial momentum remained solid.
Q. Which region contributed the most to growth this quarter?
A. L’Latin America has been the main driver of progress, with several airports showing sustained growth thanks to capacity expansion and strong domestic and tourist demand.
Q. What notable performances occurred in Latin America?
A. Highlights include: the airport of Salvador Bahia (Brazil) recorded a double-digit increase, driven by the expansion of offerings from companies such as GOL, Azul And LATAM and by long-haul flights via TAP. Monterrey (Mexico) benefited from strong domestic demand, and the facilities in Dominican Republic gained traffic, boosted in particular by Arajet has Santo Domingo. THE Costa Rica has consolidated its international appeal. The only exception: Santiago (Chile), declining, mainly due to a fleet allocation problem affecting Sky Airlines.
Q. What about the Cape Verde archipelago?
A. THE Cape Verde experienced very marked growth, with an increase close to 17%, facilitated by the diversification of connections and the arrival of new seasonal connections operated by partners such as easyJet And Transavia since the France, THE United Kingdom and the Portugal.
Q. What are the trends in Europe?
A. Several European platforms continued their growth: Belgrade has strengthened its routes to Western Europe, Edinburgh continued to capture traffic to Mediterranean destinations, and Budapest maintained a high level of attendance, supported by the intensification of offerings Ryanair And easyJet.
Q. Can the network remain operational if international tensions escalate?
A. The geographical diversity of the VINCI Airports network—with a strong presence in Latin America, Europe, and island markets—gives it the capacity to absorb shocks. The quarterly results show that localized disruptions did not undermine the overall momentum.
Q. Which companies played a key role in the growth of traffic?
A. Several contributing companies are mentioned: GOL, Azul, LATAM, TAP, Arajet, easyJet, Transavia, Ryanair And Sky Airlines (for the negative effects related to fleet allocation).
Q. What exact period do these figures cover?
A. The variations and totals reported apply to 1st quarter 2026 compared to 1st quarter 2025 (unless otherwise stated).
Q. Are there any signals to watch for in the coming quarters?
A. Things to watch: capacity management by companies (e.g. fleet allocation problems), the evolution of geopolitical tensions affecting certain long-haul routes, and the continued development of networks by European and Latin American carriers — all of which can accelerate or moderate growth.