News - Ireland West Airport

Over 170,000 passengers through Knock Airport

It is a 4.6 per cent increase on the same time last year.

Jun 18, 2026 17:14

That's according to the Central Statistics Office, which shows it was the busiest year for Irish Airports since the survey began in 2013.

Apr 18, 2026 12:27

The airport now serves 21 international destinations.

Jan 6, 2026 13:18

It now has over 20 destinations to fly to and welcomed over 900,000 passengers last year.

Jan 2, 2026 13:04

Close to 950,000 passengers have used the regional airport this year.

Jan 1, 2026 14:46

The Sligo-Leitrim TD was speaking after the airport was awarded €1.9 million in Government funding.

Dec 4, 2025 13:57

It's expected the funding will go towards vital safety and security operations at the airport.

Dec 4, 2025 11:21

Five flights are scheduled to both depart and arrive at Ireland West today.

Oct 3, 2025 07:25

Over 800,000 passengers have passed through the regional airport this year with officials anticipating 2025 to be just as busy.

Dec 31, 2024 14:02

Head of marketing, Donal Healy, confirmed that works began earlier this month and are set to continue over the winter.

Dec 30, 2024 08:46

Thousands are expected to attend the special event in Ballina tonight.

Apr 14, 2023 08:15

Normal operations will continue at Ireland West Airport Knock tomorrow despite the US Presidents arrival

Apr 13, 2023 13:29

Travelling members of the public should allow additional time to arrive at the airport due to possible rolling road closures.

Apr 11, 2023 15:48

The new service should make Ireland West airport an even more attractive option for air passengers from this region

Mar 27, 2023 18:36

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