Vienna Airport is reinforcing its position as a leading cargo hub for Central and Eastern Europe, recording 233,233 tonnes of freight from January to September 2025 — an 8% year-on-year increase. Growth was driven particularly by rising belly-hold capacity on long-haul flights and strong momentum in the e-commerce sector.
Julian Jäger, Joint CEO and COO of Vienna Airport, said:
“The positive trend in air cargo continues: We recorded further gains in the third quarter.
Vienna Airport offers a comprehensive service portfolio and decades of expertise in the cargo sector. The sustained strong development confirms our role as a high-performance cargo hub in Europe.”
Michael Zach, Senior Vice President Ground Handling & Cargo Operations at Vienna Airport, added:
“Vienna is a logistics competence centre for a wide range of cargo segments — from traditional air freight and e-commerce to sensitive pharmaceutical transports.
The current volume increases show that we are well positioned in the market. Thanks to efficient processes, high service quality, and an experienced team, we are well equipped to handle further growth professionally in the future.”
Belly Cargo and Pharma Handling Drive Growth
- Belly-hold cargo reached 92,604 tonnes, up 2% year-on-year. | July: +12% | August: +10%
- Imports rose 5% to 125,284 tonnes.
- Exports grew 11% to 107,949 tonnes.
The Vienna Pharma Handling Centre, one of the region’s few specialised pharmaceutical logistics facilities, also reported a strong 7.4% increase, handling 3,307 tonnes.
A Key Logistics Gateway for Central and Eastern Europe
With its strategic location and expanding long-haul connectivity, Vienna Airport continues to serve as a crucial logistics bridge between Europe and global markets. Leading cargo airlines rely on Vienna for intercontinental operations, cementing its importance in international supply chains.