15亿人次之后：机场正走向分水岭

Core Insights - In 2025, China's domestic airport passenger throughput reached 1.529 billion, marking a full recovery and surpassing pre-pandemic levels, indicating a new phase of "stable volume and accelerated structural differentiation" in the aviation market [2][9] - The number of airports with passenger throughput exceeding 10 million reached 41, with Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport entering this category for the first time, reflecting the growth of Guangdong as a major aviation hub [3][5] - The regional development of airports shows a pattern of "Eastern leadership, Central stability, Western catch-up, and Northeast adjustment," highlighting the uneven economic development and differentiated demand in China's aviation market [4][6] Passenger Throughput and Growth - In 2025, the total passenger throughput of domestic airports in China increased by 4.8% year-on-year, surpassing 1.5 billion, which is 13.3% higher than the 2019 figure of 1.35162 billion [2][9] - The top three airports, Shanghai Pudong, Guangzhou Baiyun, and Beijing Capital, continue to lead the market, while Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport achieved an 18.0% growth rate, marking its entry into the 10 million passenger category [3][5] Regional Characteristics - The East China region, led by Shanghai Pudong and Hongqiao airports, achieved a combined throughput of 135.14 million, showcasing its dominance in the aviation market [4] - The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's strong demand and airport cluster synergy contributed to the growth of airports in South China, with Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport emerging as a new economic engine for the region [5] - In the Midwest, major cities like Chengdu and Xi'an maintained stable growth, while some airports faced negative growth, indicating increased competition and changing demand structures [6] Future Trends and Challenges - By 2030, China's airport passenger throughput is expected to exceed 2 billion, driven by rising income levels, urbanization, and tourism growth, with significant investments planned for airport construction and upgrades [8] - The operational data from 2025 indicates that airports with higher levels of intelligence perform better in passenger satisfaction and operational efficiency, suggesting a trend towards the integration of advanced technologies [8][9] - Despite the overall positive outlook, challenges remain, particularly for smaller airports, with 44.3% of them having a throughput of less than 500,000, reflecting structural issues within the industry [7][9]