VI's airports saw record passenger numbers in 2025
According to the Authority’s passenger traffic reports, there were 317,676 passenger movements, a 14.2 percent increase over 2024, which had a total of 278,085.
The year 2025 marked the first year since 2008 that the Territory’s airports exceeded the 300,000 passenger threshold, a significant milestone for the Virgin Islands.
'Our collective strategy is working'- Hon Kye M. Rymer
Minister of Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5), in a press release, hailed the results as clear evidence of effective collaboration between the Government of the Virgin Islands and the BVI Airports Authority.
“The Government remains firmly committed to supporting the Authority as it strengthens airlift to and from the Territory and the 2025 passenger numbers confirm that this partnership is delivering real, measurable results."
Minister Rymer added, “Increased air access is not just about movement through our airports; it creates a meaningful trickle-down effect across our economy, benefiting tourism, trade, employment, and local businesses. These figures reinforce that our collective strategy is working.”
BVIAA Board's direction is 'clear & deliberate'- Kevin S. Fahie
Acting Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Kevin S. Fahie, emphasised the Board’s strategic focus and long-term vision for the aviation sector. “The Board’s direction has been clear and deliberate, supporting economic growth, tourism development, and deeper regional integration through a resilient and forward-looking aviation sector. The results reflected in the 2025 figures demonstrate prudent oversight and strong strategic alignment as we continue strengthening our airports and operations while advancing toward the realisation of the proposed airport development. We are building capacity today to support the BVI of tomorrow.”
Managing Director Mr Kurt A. G. Menal noted that the continued growth in passenger traffic is directly attributed to the Authority’s targeted aviation strategy across all airports owned and operated by the BVI Airports Authority, adding that performance reflects years of focused planning and execution.
“This sustained growth is the direct outcome of our strategic emphasis on airlift and regional connectivity. By prioritising stronger regional links, expanding non-stop service to the US mainland, deepening airline partnerships, and enhancing the overall passenger experience, we are transforming our airports into dynamic and competitive gateways. This growth trajectory supports our vision of positioning our airport as the premier gateway to the BVI and beyond,” Mr Menal said.
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14 Responses to “VI's airports saw record passenger numbers in 2025”
The growth in passenger traffic reflects the BVI’s appeal as a destination, and I’m encouraged to see the Airports Authority planning ahead to support continued improvement in service and infrastructure.
Where is the kick back donkey ?
What was the decline in the ferry traffic. Is seems silly to invest in a ferry terminal that no one is going to use and we are expanding the airport. The road from west end to town is in poor condition and i know its going to have a veneer of asphelt which will last until the next rain or be dug up in 6 months to install the telephone cable. Lets dig it up once, Put in water, Sewage, Drainage, Electricity and internet and have a 10 year plan to complete this with engineered roads as every thing else is a band aid fix.
Lets have a complet rebuild plan in place so we can survive in the future
The plan, always, should be about the inclusive expansion of entry ports!
I live in the US Virgin Islands, and I believe that I, too, deserve to have modernized ferry terminal facilities!
What's. wrong. with. that?