March brought significant growth to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), with passenger traffic soaring by 29% compared to the previous year. According to data from the Lee County Port Authority, RSW served a total of 1,509,777 passengers, marking the second-highest March performance in the airport’s 41-year history.
Year-to-date, RSW has experienced a robust 25% increase in passenger traffic, reflecting a strong trend of growth. Leading the pack in March was Southwest Airlines, with 278,639 passengers. Following closely behind were Delta (260,718), United (195,560), American (180,831), and Spirit (140,160).
Moreover, RSW witnessed a combined total of 11,621 aircraft arrivals and departures, representing a notable 25% increase compared to March 2023. Additionally, Page Field in Fort Myers experienced a substantial uptick in activity, with 15,610 arrivals and departures, marking a 19% year-over-year increase.
