Top 10 Busiest Airports in Africa by Departing Seats, December 2025 City, Country — The festive season has witnessed a surge in air travel across Africa, with families reuniting, diaspora returning home, and travelers embarking on various journeys.
According to local reports, the following airports have been identified as the busiest in Africa for the month of December 2025, based on departing seats. 1.
Nairobi, Kenya — Jomo Kenyatta International Airport The capital city’s airport has been a hub for both domestic and international travel, with a significant increase in departing seats during the festive season.
2. Cairo, Egypt – Cairo International Airport Egypt’s largest airport has seen a considerable rise in passenger numbers, driven by both domestic and international travel.
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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Bole International Airport As a major transportation hub in East Africa, Bole International Airport has experienced a surge in departing seats. 4.
Johannesburg, South Africa — OR Tambo International Airport The airport in South Africa’s largest city has been bustling with activity, accommodating both local and international travelers.
5. Casablanca, Morocco – Mohammed V International Airport Morocco’s capital city airport has seen a rise in passenger numbers, with many travelers choosing to visit family and friends during the festive season.
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Lagos, Nigeria — Murtala Muhammed International Airport Nigeria’s busiest airport has been a focal point for domestic and international travel, with increased traffic during the festive period. 7.
Khartoum, Sudan — Khartoum International Airport Sudan’s capital city airport has experienced a rise in passenger numbers, with many travelers returning home for the holidays.
8. Abuja, Nigeria – Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport The airport in Nigeria’s federal capital has seen an increase in departing seats, driven by both domestic and international travel.
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Dakar, Senegal — Blaise Diagne International Airport Senegal’s capital city airport has experienced a surge in passenger numbers, with many travelers visiting family and friends. 10.
Tunis, Tunisia — Tunis-Carthage International Airport Tunisia’s largest airport has seen an increase in departing seats, with many travelers choosing to visit the country during the festive season.
The festive season has undoubtedly contributed to the increase in air travel across Africa, with these airports leading the way in terms of departing seats. Further details regarding the specific numbers of departing seats are expected to be released in the coming days.
Source: Africa.
