GMR Airports March 2026 Traffic: FY26 Sees Record 121 Million Passengers
GMR Airports reported record 121 million passengers in FY2026, with 32 million in Q4 FY2026. Delhi Airport achieved highest-ever cargo volumes and was awarded 'Best Airport in India and South Asia' by Skytrax. Hyderabad and Mopa airports also set new records and received accolades. Bhogapuram Airport is nearing completion by June 30, 2026.
The record-breaking passenger numbers, operational milestones across key airports, and significant awards reflect a strong performance and positive market perception, impacting investor confidence and company valuation.
The announcement highlights record passenger traffic, operational achievements, and multiple awards for its airports, indicating positive performance and recognition.
GMR Airports Limited has released its monthly traffic data for March 2026, along with comprehensive updates for the fourth quarter of FY2026 and the full fiscal year FY2026. The company reported serving approximately 32 million passengers in Q4 FY2026 across all its airports, marking a year-on-year growth of 0.9%. Domestic traffic contributed 24.1 million passengers with a 1.6% YoY increase, while international traffic stood at 7.7 million passengers, a 1.3% YoY decrease.
For the full fiscal year 2026, GMR Airports handled a record-breaking 121 million passengers, surpassing previous milestones. This includes a record 92 million domestic passengers (up 0.6% YoY) and 30 million international passengers (up 1.7% YoY). Several airports achieved operational performance records in FY2026. Delhi Airport (DEL) handled its highest-ever Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) and cargo volumes, exceeding 1 million metric tonnes for the third time. Hyderabad Airport (HYD) also recorded its highest-ever passenger traffic, ATMs, and cargo volumes. Mopa (Goa) Airport (GOX) achieved its highest-ever passenger traffic and ATMs in FY2026.
Despite temporary disruptions attributed to geopolitical events and runway upgrades at Delhi Airport, GMR Airports demonstrated resilience. Delhi Airport's passenger traffic remained consistently around 7.0 million since November 2025. The airport also received accolades, including being named the 'Best Airport in India and South Asia' at the 2026 World Airport Awards by Skytrax for the eighth consecutive year and ranked 3rd globally in its category. It was also recognized as the 28th busiest airport globally.
Hyderabad Airport achieved its highest-ever passenger traffic in FY2026 and was honored with the 'Best Airport Staff in India & South Asia 2026' award by Skytrax, ranking 43rd globally. Mopa (Goa) Airport was recognized as the 'World’s Best Airport in under 5 million Pax' category and the 'Cleanest Airport in India and South Asia' by Skytrax for the second consecutive year, improving its global ranking to 64th.
An update on the Bhogapuram Airport development indicates that airside works are approximately 100% complete, the terminal building is 98.8% complete, and the ATC tower is 95.8% complete, with overall progress at 98.7% as of March 31, 2026. The airport is planned for completion by June 30, 2026. Additionally, the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA) has allowed GMR Airports to levy existing tariffs on an interim basis for a further six months starting April 1, 2026.
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