Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport Gears Up for High Season Tourist Influx

Bali, Indonesia – As Bali prepares for its peak tourism season, expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the globe, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport is ramping up its operations to accommodate the increase in travelers. With the high season approaching, airport officials are optimistic about the growth of the island’s tourism sector.

Record Passenger Movements

Recent travel statistics highlight a significant surge in passenger movement at Bali’s airport. In April 2025 alone, over 2 million passengers passed through the airport, marking a total of 12,119 flights during the month. This uptick aligns with the Eid al-Fitr holiday period, indicating strong demand for travel to the island.

General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Wahyudi, shared insights with reporters emphasizing the connection between the recent spike in arrivals and holiday periods. "The first week of April saw many people enjoying the long holiday for Eid al-Fitr," said Wahyudi. In the latter half of the month, a long weekend coinciding with Good Friday and Easter further boosted passenger figures.

During the Eid holiday, which lasted from April 1 to 7, the airport serviced 495,879 passengers. Following that, a further 280,692 passengers traveled through the airport during the Good Friday and Easter holiday weekend from April 17 to 20. In comparison, daily average passenger numbers surged from 60,000 to 70,000 during these festive periods—a significant year-on-year increase of 16%.

Most Popular Routes

Analysis of travel patterns revealed that the busiest domestic route was from Jakarta (CGK), with 336,743 passengers recorded in April. Following Jakarta were Surabaya with 119,119 travelers and Labuan Bajo, which served 51,474 passengers. On the international front, Singapore emerged as the foremost travel destination with 241,213 visitors, succeeded by Kuala Lumpur (145,044) and Melbourne (43,910) routes.

Wahyudi further noted that Australian travelers remained the most significant demographic, with 141,634 Australians arriving at Bali’s airport in April. Other notable markets included India, contributing 50,879 passengers, and China with 47,166 arrivals.

Future Preparations

The increase in passenger numbers and the promising trends observed in April signal positive growth for Bali’s tourism sector as the island heads into its high season, which typically extends from June until early September. Wahyudi emphasized the airport’s commitment to enhancing passenger service and overall experience. "We are dedicated to providing excellent service," he affirmed, ensuring that tourists have memorable experiences while transiting through Ngurah Rai Airport.

Recognition in Global Rankings

I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has recently achieved recognition in the international arena, being named the 6th best regional airport in Asia in the 2025 Skytrax World Airport Awards. The airport also improved its global ranking, moving up two places to 72nd in the world’s top 100. In light of these accolades, Airport Manager Ahmad Syaugi Shahab expressed gratitude toward passengers, stating, “This increase is proof that Bali Island is still in demand by tourists, both domestic and foreign… We make sure that the service at the airport is always excellent to support the growth of the tourism sector in Bali.”

As Bali prepares for the arrival of more vacationers, I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport remains focused on delivering quality services to enhance the travel experience, thereby reinforcing Bali’s status as a premier vacation destination.

For further details on travel arrangements and services, passengers are encouraged to stay updated via Bali Airport’s official communication channels.