TT 2026 drives strong passenger growth at Isle of Man Airport

Published: 11 June 2026

Isle of Man Airport had a successful TT period, with passenger numbers increasing by 6% compared with the same period in 2025.

Between 22 May and 9 June 2026, the Airport handled a total of 56,106 passengers, including scheduled airline services, private jet traffic and general aviation movements.

Aircraft movements were slightly lower than last year, with a 2% decrease. This reduction was primarily driven by a small decrease in general aviation activity, largely as a result of weather-related disruption during the event period.

 

 

Mark Beveridge, Airport Director said: ‘This was my first TT since joining the Airport and I have been incredibly impressed by the dedication, professionalism and commitment shown by the entire airport community. TT places significant demands on the operation, and our teams worked tirelessly to keep passengers moving, even during periods of challenging weather and disruption caused by fog.

‘I would like to thank everyone across the airport campus for the effort displayed supporting operations during the event period. TT is a truly collaborative endeavour, and its success is made possible by the dedication and coordinated efforts of organisations across the island.

‘I would also like to thank our airline partners for their continued support and for providing additional flights and capacity to meet demand during the event. Finally, a sincere thank you to our passengers for their patience and understanding during some challenging weather conditions. It was fantastic to see so many visitors and residents travelling through the Airport and contributing to another successful TT.’

The strong TT performance reflects the continued importance of the Airport in supporting the Island's visitor economy and connectivity. As the summer season progresses, the Airport will continue to work closely with its airline and operational partners to maintain resilient services and provide a positive experience for passengers travelling to and from the Isle of Man.