News / Carriers watch as Mexico’s airfreight volumes continue to grow

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Unlike many of their international counterparts, Mexican airports have continued to process growing cargo volumes – and operators predict further expansion.

Throughput at Mexican airports climbed 5.2% in the first two months of this year, over the same period in 2022. Domestic volumes increased 1%, while international traffic rose 7.3%.

Notwithstanding its chronic congestion, Benito Juarez Airport, Mexico City’s main gateway, has led the charge as domestic volumes rose 7.4% and international traffic surged 13.6%.

Interestingly, Felipe Angeles International, the designated future cargo ...