en.Wedoany.com Reported - A report released by the Colombian Civil Aviation Analytics Office (Oficina de Analítica de la Aeronáutica Civil) shows that in the first four months of 2026, domestic and international flights carried a total of 19.6 million passengers, an increase of 7.7% compared to the same period in 2025. This data reflects the continued expansion of Colombia's air transport sector and reinforces the strategic role of airports as connectivity hubs.

In April alone, passenger traffic reached 4.6 million, an increase of 202,000 passengers compared to the same month last year, representing a growth of 4.6%. Demand for domestic routes was strong, particularly on flights from Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali to destinations such as San Andrés and Montería. Airlines noted that the recovery in domestic travel is strengthening capacity on traditional routes.

The international market was also active, with passenger traffic growing by 7.1% in the first four months. The most sought-after destinations included Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Brazil, several Caribbean islands, and Guatemala. Colombia's civil aviation authority pointed out that the most active visitors came from Spain, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile, confirming Colombia's appeal as a regional tourism and business destination.

Air cargo maintained a positive trend. In April, 94,754 tons of cargo and mail were transported, an increase of 2,908 tons compared to 2025, representing a growth of 3.2%. From January to April, a cumulative total of 338,887 tons was shipped, an increase of 4.3%. The international market contributed 291,677 tons, with the United States being the main export destination and the primary source of imports, followed by Brazil and Spain.

In the first four months, the domestic cargo market reached 47,210 tons, an increase of 3.9% compared to the same period last year. Colombia's civil aviation authority stated that these figures confirm the consolidation of passenger and cargo air transport in 2026, noting that the growth trend stems from user confidence and the airlines' ability to expand their coverage.

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