GACA's May report shows King Khalid Airport top compliance rate

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) issued its monthly performance report for May 2025 on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s international and domestic airports. Among international airports with more than 15 million passengers annually, King Khalid International Airport ranked first with an 82 per cent compliance rate, outperforming King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, which also recorded 82 per cent but scored lower in key performance criteria, reported SPA.

 

In the category of international airports serving 5 to 15 million passengers annually, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam ranked first with a 91 per cent compliance rate, while Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah came second with 82 per cent.

 

Among airports with 2 to 5 million annual passengers, Abha International Airport achieved a 100 per cent compliance rate, leading in metrics related to average waiting time for departing and arriving flights.

 

In the category of airports with fewer than 2 million annual passengers, Arar Airport also achieved a 100 per cent compliance rate, outperforming peers in average waiting time.

 

Qurayyat Airport ranked first among domestic airports, achieving a 100 per cent compliance rate and leading in efficiency for departing and arriving flight procedures.

 

The report assesses airport performance based on 11 operational standards aligned with strategic objectives aimed at improving services, enhancing quality, and ensuring a seamless traveler experience.

 

GACA categorises airports for performance evaluation based on annual passenger volumes, ensuring a transparent approach.

 

GACA evaluates airport performance based on key passenger service areas to ensure a smooth and efficient travel experience aligned with international standards.