Huntsville International Airport (HSV) reported a record level of passenger traffic in 2025, with 1,722,898 travelers passing through the airport. The total represents a 5.3% increase compared to the previous year. Airport officials attributed the growth to continued demand for air service in the Tennessee Valley and broader regional growth.

“This historic milestone is a clear signal that our North Alabama community is growing and that travelers value the air service they can find at Huntsville International Airport,” said Joey Ceci, Board Chair of the Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority. “By continuing strategic investment in infrastructure to modernize our Airport and improve the passenger experience, we ensure that Huntsville International Airport remains a powerful economic engine and a critical asset attracting business, talent and opportunity to our region.”

Last year continued a three-year pattern of steady growth that outpaced all previous years. The Airport counted 1,473,629 travelers in 2023, and in 2024, HSV saw 1,635,589 passengers.

The record-setting year was driven by expanded capacity and strong performance from the airport’s airline partners: Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. The three legacy airlines and two ultra-low-cost carriers together offer nonstop flights to 19 destinations and provide travelers with more flight options at a variety of price points and more connectivity than ever before.

Airport leadership credited collaboration with airline partners, infrastructure investments, and the region’s economic momentum for the strong results.

“This accomplishment reflects years of laying the groundwork for success through deliberate planning and partnership,” said Butch Roberts, Chief Executive Officer of Huntsville International Airport. “Our airline partners have stepped up this year adding five new nonstop destinations, increasing frequency to Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Orlando and Tampa, and flying larger planes with greater seating capacity to meet demand.”

Airport officials expect passenger demand to remain strong as the region’s population and economy continue to expand.

“With more than $121 million in planned infrastructure upgrades including a new parking deck expansion, new restaurants in our terminal, and the beginning of an extensive concourse renovation, we are preparing for the future,” Roberts said. “Already in 2026, we are looking forward to launching new air service on Allegiant to Gulf Shores, Orlando/Sanford and St. Pete, and we will continue to pursue our airline partners to encourage them to bring even more air service to our community.”