Africa's Top 10 Busiest Airports in September 2026
In September 2026, Africa's aviation market experienced a significant expansion, with scheduled airline capacity increasing by 9.4% year-on-year to reach 25.8 million seats, according to OAG. International services represented 78% of this total, underscoring the importance of cross-border connectivity.
The ranking of the top 10 busiest airports was determined by scheduled outbound seats. Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State, ranked ninth, offering approximately 470,000 scheduled outbound seats, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 24.1%.
This airport maintained its position from August, despite a slight decrease from about 480,000 seats. Tunis–Carthage International Airport ranked tenth with around 460,000 seats, down from eighth place in August.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi ranked eighth with approximately 520,000 seats, showing an annual growth of 11.9%. The rankings indicate shifts in capacity as airlines adjust their operations across the continent.
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