GMR Airports Reports Mixed Traffic Performance in September 2025; Delhi Declines 6.3% While Hyderabad Grows 4.3%

GMR Airports Limited , a leading airport operator in India, has released its traffic data for September 2025, revealing a mixed performance across its airport portfolio. The company's flagship Delhi Airport experienced a decline, while Hyderabad Airport showed growth, and the newer Mopa (Goa) Airport demonstrated strong expansion.

Key Performance Highlights

Airport	Passengers (Sep 2025)	YoY Change	H1 FY2026 Passengers	YoY Change
Delhi	5.84 million	-6.3%	36.66 million	-4.3%
Hyderabad	2.39 million	+4.3%	15.38 million	+11.3%
Mopa (Goa)	392,344	+17.3%	2.36 million	+8.1%
Medan (Indonesia)	542,436	-11.4%	3.53 million	-3.6%
Cebu (Philippines)	775,895	-2.3%	5.54 million	-1.3%

Delhi Airport Performance

Delhi Airport, India's largest, handled 5.84 million passengers in September 2025, marking a 6.3% decrease compared to the same month last year. GMR Airports attributed this decline to temporary disruptions caused by geopolitical events and runway upgrades. However, the enhanced Runway 10/28 reopened on September 16, 2025, which is expected to improve efficiency and potentially boost traffic in the coming months.

For the first half of fiscal year 2026, Delhi Airport served approximately 36.66 million passengers, representing a 4.3% decrease year-over-year. Despite this decline, the airport remains resilient, with the total passenger decrease equivalent to about one week's typical traffic.

Hyderabad Airport's Record Performance

Hyderabad Airport demonstrated strong growth, serving 2.39 million passengers in September 2025, a 4.3% increase year-over-year. The airport achieved several milestones in H1 FY2026:

Highest-ever passenger traffic and aircraft movements
Crossed the 12.5 million domestic passenger milestone
Total passenger traffic reached 15.38 million, up 11.3% year-over-year

Mopa (Goa) Airport's Rapid Growth

The relatively new Mopa Airport in Goa showed impressive growth, handling 392,344 passengers in September 2025, a 17.3% increase year-over-year. For H1 FY2026, the airport served 2.36 million passengers, growing by 8.1% compared to the same period last year.

International Operations

GMR Airports' international operations showed mixed results:

Medan Airport (Indonesia) experienced an 11.4% decline in September 2025, with 542,436 passengers.
Cebu Airport (Philippines) saw a slight decrease of 2.3%, handling 775,895 passengers in September 2025.

Cargo Operations

Delhi Airport maintained its position as India's largest cargo handling airport, processing a record 0.56 million metric tonnes in H1 FY2026, a 2.8% increase year-over-year.

Looking Ahead

GMR Airports remains optimistic about future growth, citing several factors that could positively impact traffic:

The reopening of Delhi Airport's enhanced Runway 10/28 on September 16, 2025
The upcoming operationalization of Delhi Airport's upgraded Terminal 2 on October 26, 2025
Continued strong performance at Hyderabad Airport
Rapid growth at Mopa (Goa) Airport

As air travel continues to recover and stabilize post-pandemic, GMR Airports is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for air transportation across its diverse portfolio of airports.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
+1.49%	+2.93%	+1.11%	+4.80%	+0.69%	+286.12%

GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited (GMR Airports) has announced a significant development in its operations at Delhi Airport. The company revealed that Terminal 2 at Delhi Airport is scheduled to commence operations on October 26, marking a notable expansion in the airport's capacity.

Expansion of Delhi Airport Capacity

The activation of Terminal 2 represents a strategic move to enhance the operational capabilities of one of India's busiest airports. This development is expected to address the growing air traffic demands and improve the overall passenger experience at Delhi Airport.

Implications for Air Travel

The launch of Terminal 2 operations is likely to have several positive implications:

Increased Passenger Handling: The new terminal is expected to significantly boost the airport's capacity to handle more passengers, potentially reducing congestion during peak travel times.
Enhanced Airport Infrastructure: This expansion demonstrates GMR Airports' commitment to improving and modernizing airport infrastructure in India.
Potential Economic Impact: The increased capacity could contribute to the growth of air travel in the region, potentially benefiting both the aviation sector and related industries.

About GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited

GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited is a key player in the Indian aviation sector, known for developing and managing several major airports in India and abroad. The company's portfolio includes Delhi International Airport, which is one of the busiest airports in India and serves as a crucial hub for domestic and international air travel.

The launch of Terminal 2 operations at Delhi Airport underscores GMR Airports' ongoing efforts to enhance airport infrastructure and meet the evolving needs of air travelers in India. As the October 26 launch date approaches, stakeholders in the aviation industry will be keenly watching the impact of this expansion on Delhi Airport's operations and the broader air travel landscape in the country.