Miami International Airport (MIA) closed 2024 on a high note, achieving unprecedented passenger and cargo volumes while making remarkable progress in its multi-billion-dollar modernization drive. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, along with County officials, MIA Director and CEO Ralph Cutié, aviation partners, and dedicated staff, gathered to commemorate the airport’s achievements and reinforce its status as a global aviation powerhouse.Unprecedented Passenger and Cargo Growth Strengthens MIA’s Global StandingMIA recorded nearly 56 million passengers in 2024, marking its third consecutive year of record-breaking traffic.
International passenger numbers soared 8.4% to 25.2 million, while domestic travel grew 5.
6%, reaching 30.8 million travelers. With a 6.
8% year-over-year increase, MIA retained its title as the fastest-growing mega airport in the United States, with airlines expanding seat capacity by 24% compared to 2019, according to Airports Council International-North America.On the cargo front, MIA solidified its dominance by handling 3 million tons of freight in 2024, extending its five-year streak of record-setting cargo volume. These milestones reaffirm MIA’s critical role as a premier gateway for international trade and commerce.
Transforming the Future: MIA’s $9 Billion Modernization InitiativeTo accommodate its surging growth, MIA is investing $9 billion in its Future-Ready Modernization in Action Plan, a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul d.
