Christchurch International Airport has announced a robust financial performance for the first half of the 2025 financial year, with net profit soaring by 10.5% to reach $23.8 million compared to the same period last year.
“As a key asset for Christchurch city and the South Island, Christchurch Airport is pleased with this growth enabling a dividend pay-out to its 75% shareholder Christchurch City Holdings Ltd of just under $16 million for this first half year,” Christchurch International Airport Board Chair Sarah Ottrey said.
Key figures for the first half of the 2025 financial year:
- 4.5% to $120.8 million increase in total revenue
- $23.8 million increase in net profit, a 10.5% rise from the previous year.
- $21.3 million (37.0 cents per share) interim dividend, up 12% from FY24.
- 3.17 million total passenger numbers (international passengers increased by 11% compared to the same period last year).
- 99.5% occupancy rates in the airport’s property portfolio (performance from the Novotel Hotel included)
Christchurch International Airport also reported its continuous focus on sustainability, achieving significant milestones such as:
- The Kōwhai Park Stage, a solar farm project covering 230 hectares, is currently in progress and is anticipated to become operational by 2026.
- The first electric fire truck for the airport arrived in early 2025, with plans for another to be delivered in 2026.
- The BP Giga Hub EV charging station, inaugurated by the Prime Minister in November, represents the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.
- The establishment of the world’s first hydrogen testing facility in any airport across the globe.
- The refurbishment of the food court resulted in 8 tonnes of furniture being redirected to the Eco Store, helping to prevent landfill waste.
Christchurch International Airport chief executive Justin Watson states that the airport remains committed to putting attention on passenger growth, sustainability, and investments in infrastructure.
“Despite aviation sector headwinds, we’re experiencing strong momentum across our business—driven by international growth and major infrastructure projects. With passenger numbers on the rise and key projects underway, we are set for a strong future and look forward to continuing our sustainability initiatives and the completion of our terminal refresh this year.”