Rugby fans boosted airport traffic at Dublin and Cork airports

Cork Airport’s passenger numbers increased 12% to 260,000 in September compared to last year, also boosted by rugby fans travelling to France for the World Cup.

The Daa posted turnover of €459m, an increase of 55%, driven by activity at Dublin Airport. The Government officially lifted most of pandemic restrictions at the beginning of 2022, with Dublin Airport crumbling under pressure as eager travellers swarmed to fly abroad. Pic:  Brian Lawless

Thousands of Irish Rugby World Cup watchers boosted passenger traffic at Dublin Airport last month as numbers reached almost 3 million, according to the airport operator the Daa.

The level of passenger traffic was 11% higher than the same month a year earlier as people continue to splurge on travel plans despite a stubborn inflation.