Portland Jetport Sets New Passenger Record in 2025

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The Portland Jetport in Maine set a new record for passenger traffic in 2025, with over 2.6 million passengers passing through the airport. American Airlines was the largest carrier, accounting for nearly 30% of all passengers. The airport also made significant infrastructure upgrades, including a $21.6 million expansion of the passenger concourse.

Why it matters

The record-breaking passenger numbers at the Portland Jetport reflect the growing economic strength and popularity of the Portland and Maine markets, bucking the regional trend. The airport's investments in infrastructure upgrades also position it to handle continued growth in the years ahead.

The details

According to airport director Paul Bradbury, the Portland Jetport saw its busiest year ever in 2025, with over 2.6 million passengers passing through the facility. American Airlines was the largest carrier, accounting for 28.01% of all passengers, followed by Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. The jetport also made significant upgrades last summer, including a $21.6 million, 4,200 square foot addition to the passenger concourse that added three new passenger boarding bridges.

• The Portland Jetport set a new passenger record in 2025.
• United Airlines added non-stop service to Houston last year and is adding weekly flights on Saturdays to San Francisco and Los Angeles this summer.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The jetport plans to continue investing in infrastructure upgrades to accommodate the growing passenger demand.