Ryanair reports 20.1 million September passengers

• Ryanair reported a 4% year-over-year increase in September traffic, transporting over 20.1 million passengers during the month.
• The airline maintained a steady load factor of 94% across more than 111,700 operated flights, indicating sustained efficiency despite operational challenges.
• The company demonstrated continued long-term growth as its rolling 12-month passenger count expanded by 5% to reach 215.1 million travelers.

Ryanair (NASDAQ:RYAAY) reported a 4% year-over-year increase in September traffic to over 20.1 million passengers.

The monthly passenger volume increased from the 19.4 million recorded in August while maintaining an unchanged load factor of 94%.

The carrier operated more than 111,700 flights last month despite encountering various regional airspace disruptions across its network.

Over 1,000 flights were cancelled due to a United Kingdom air traffic control system collapse, Belgian strikes, and Mount Etna volcanic eruptions.

Over a rolling 12-month period, the airline grew its total passenger numbers by 5% to reach 215.1 million travelers.

The company maintained its steady 94% load factor across this broader 12-month operational window despite the localized European flight cancellations.