Jaffna International Airport (JIA) marked 2025 as its best-performing year since opening in 2019, recording 53,443 international passenger movements and 1,138 international aircraft movements.
The year featured several historic milestones for the airport. JIA welcomed three international charter flights from Malaysia, Hyderabad, and Chennai in India, and operated the first-ever international MEDEVAC charter flight from Hyderabad. The airport also officially commenced the Terminal Expansion Project with a foundation-laying ceremony.
In addition, JIA facilitated humanitarian flights carrying relief consignments, operated by international and local partners, including the United States Air Force, to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah.
The airport continues to strengthen regional air connectivity, support economic growth, and promote tourism in Northern Sri Lanka. JIA expressed its gratitude to airline partners, stakeholders, travelers, and the dedicated airport staff for helping achieve this historic milestone.