Flughafen Wien AG raised its 2026 guidance after first-half earnings rose 7% on strong performance at Malta and Kosice airports, which offset lower traffic at Vienna International Airport.
The Austrian airport operator reported first-half revenue of €529.3 million, up 0.9% from the same period last year. Group net profit increased to €159.4 million, while EBITDA totaled €227.1 million. EBIT stood at €159.4 million.
Passenger growth at Malta and Kosice airports drove the revenue increase, compensating for a 0.9% decline in Vienna Airport traffic to 12.3 million passengers in the first six months. Lower passenger volumes at the Vienna hub were attributed to reduced low-cost carrier capacity and regional disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.
For the full year, Flughafen Wien now expects group revenue of about €1.08 billion, up from its prior forecast. Group passenger volume is projected at 42.5 million, with Vienna Airport expected to handle 30.5 million passengers. Full-year group net profit before non-controlling interests is forecast at approximately €220 million.
The company cited growth at its Malta and Kosice operations, a cost-discipline program, and special effects as key drivers of the improved earnings outlook.
