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The Dubai International airport (DXB) will remain “exceptionally busy” for the remainder of the holiday season, with nearly a quarter of a million travellers expected to pass through the gates of the world’s busiest international hub daily.
Over the next eight days starting from December 27, nearly two million passengers are expected to pass through DXB, with average daily traffic reaching as many as 245,000 passengers, Dubai Airports said on Tuesday.
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The busiest day for the airport will be on January 2, with traffic exceeding 257,000 flyers.
Dubai Airports said that December has been busy for the passenger hub due to a number of factors, including the seasonal entry of visitors, the recently concluded World Cup in Doha, Qatar and Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations.
Average daily passenger numbers at DXB have risen almost back to the levels seen prior to the pandemic, making the current season one of the busiest since 2019.
“Dubai Airports is working closely with airlines, control authorities, and commercial and service partners to ensure a smooth airport experience for arriving and departing passengers,” the statement said.
(Reporting by Cleofe Maceda; editing by Anoop Menon)
