Routes World, which brings together decision-makers from airlines, airports and destinations to define the world’s air route networks, is heading to Hong Kong from September 24 to 26, 2025. It will be hosted by the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), with the support of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, and held at AsiaWorld-Expo.
Routes World’s host city choice is timely, as HKIA has witnessed strong passenger growth in 2024. In August, the hub handled 4.92 million passengers and 31,605 flight movements, representing year-on-year increases of 23 per cent and 26.1 per cent, respectively.
Significant infrastructure investments will see the airport handle over 120 million passengers annually by 2035.
HKIA is one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs, boasting an extensive global network. Over 120 airlines connect HKIA to approximately 220 destinations worldwide, including around 50 destinations in China. Since 2010, HKIA has also held the title of being the world’s busiest cargo airport.
It is also transforming into an Airport City through extensive development across core passenger and cargo services, multimodal regional connectivity, retail, hospitality, conference and exhibitions, entertainment, marina, and office facilities.
Steven Small, director of Routes, said: “With half the world’s population within a five-hour flight, Hong Kong is where East-meets-West. To strengthen Hong Kong’s status as an international aviation hub, and to cater for the city’s long-term air traffic demand, HKIA is developing into a three-runway system which is due to be completed at the end of this year. Routes World 2025 will be the perfect platform for HKIA to showcase this investment.”
Vivian Cheung, acting CEO of Airport Authority Hong Kong, said: “Routes World 2025 will provide unparalleled opportunities for industry professionals to come together, witness firsthand the various advancements at HKIA, and experience the unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures that define our city.”
