July was the busiest month in Denver International Airport’s history, according to a report released today.
After six straight months of decreased traffic, DIA recorded 5,109,342 passengers in July, a 2.2 percent increase from the 5,000,505 travelers who used the airport during the same period last year.
July 2008 was previously the busiest month on record.
DIA officials said the July count is only the second time in history that monthly traffic topped 5 million.
“We’ve been seeing our numbers drop since October, and it is refreshing to see them headed in a different direction,” said aviation director Kim Day.
“Although we still anticipate finishing 2009 down overall, I think that this is an encouraging sign and certainly a reflection on how strong the Denver air-travel market really is.”
Ann Schrader: 303-954-1967 or aschrader@denverpost.com
