The airport handled 405,217 tonnes of cargo, marking a 3.2 percent increase over the previous year's 392,812 tonnes. With cargo volumes reaching a record high, BIA is firmly established as a regional logistics leader, supporting Bahrain’s trade growth and its strategic role in global supply chains.
Meanwhile, BIA welcomed 9.74 million passengers in 2025, up 4.2 percent from 9.35 million in 2024, while aircraft movements totalled 97,740. The trend reflects higher load factors and more efficient use of runway capacity, allowing the airport to accommodate growth without a proportional increase in air traffic.
The airport’s network now reaches 74 destinations across six continents, including passenger and cargo routes, through partnerships with 39 airlines. reinforcing Bahrain's role as a hub between emerging and established markets. In 2025, BIA expanded its route map with new destinations including London Gatwick, Nairobi, New York, Bucharest, Ashgabat, and Liege, further strengthening its global connectivity. The top five fastest-growing destinations compared to 2024 were Singapore, Bengaluru, Abu Dhabi, Najaf, and Sharjah, reflecting increasing demand across both regional and international markets.
On April 14, 2025, BIA handled its busiest day for aircraft movements, while August 08, 2025, saw the highest passenger volumes. Operational rhythms reflected diverse travel patterns, with the peak hour for aircraft movements at 01:00 AM and the busiest time for passenger activity at 09:00 PM.