Airlines

10 Airlines Which Carried the Most Passengers in 2022-23

In the dynamic world of aviation, keeping track of the airlines that carry the most passengers is essential to understanding the ever-evolving landscape of global travel.

As of 2022-23, several airlines have emerged as the key players in the industry, serving as the primary facilitators of millions of journeys worldwide. This insight into the airlines that topped the charts in passenger numbers during this period offers a glimpse into the trends and market dynamics that shape modern air travel.

Using data from IdeaWorksCompany’s 2023 Allianz Partners Big Book of Travel Data, this overview aims to reveal the genuine aviation giants by shedding light on the largest airlines, as measured by their sheer amount of passenger traffic.

In 2022, American Airlines will have flown approximately 200 million passengers. The airline’s most popular route, with more than 30 flights each day, was between Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Los Angeles (LAX).

Rank	Airline	Headquartered	Annual Passengers
1.	American Airlines	U.S.	199.3M
2.	Delta Airlines	The U.S.	171.4M
3.	Ryanair	Ireland	168.6M
4.	United Airlines	The U.S.	144.3M
5.	Southwest Airlines	The U.S.	126.6M
6.	Lufthansa	Germany	101.8M
7.	International Airlines Group	UK	94.7M
8.	IndiGo	India	85.3M
9.	Turkish Airlines Group	Türkiye	71.8M
10.	easyJet	UK	69.7M

Airlines

PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.