Heathrow passenger numbers dip as demand for international travel ebbs amid Iran war fallout

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Passenger traffic at London Heathrow has decreased by 5% due to the fallout from the ongoing war in the Middle East, impacting international travel demand significantly. However, transit traffic remains strong as passengers shift routes to avoid Middle East airports.

Airport reports 5% decline but transit passenger business rises as fliers use hub to avoid Middle East airports Business live – news updates The number of passengers flying from London Heathrow fell last month, as war in the Middle East weighed on demand for international travel. About 6.7 million people flew through the airport in April, a 5% drop compared with the same period last year. Continue reading...