Brazil aviation sector reaches record passenger numbers

Brazil's civil aviation sector has reached record levels of passenger movement. According to data from the National Civil Aviation Agency (Anac), 99.5 million passengers traveled via domestic and international flights between January and September 2026, representing a 4.2% increase compared to the same period in 2025.

In September 2026 alone, 10.9 million passengers were transported, a 0.7% increase from the previous year. While domestic passenger numbers remained relatively stable at 8.5 million, international travel saw significant growth, with 2.4 million passengers, a 3.9% increase over September 2025. This monthly figure for international travelers marks a record high.

The growth in international tourism is particularly notable, with 22.7 million passengers traveling abroad in the first nine months of the year, a 7.3% jump. Additionally, the air cargo sector saw an 11.1% increase in September, processing 121.5 thousand tons of cargo.