On July 29, 2026, the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) released its Routes and Connectivity Report for the second half of 2025, providing a detailed analysis of the continent's air connectivity. The report highlights the top five busiest routes by passenger volume in three categories: domestic, intra-African, and international.
For domestic routes, the Johannesburg-Cape Town route in South Africa remains the busiest, followed by routes in Egypt, Morocco, and Nigeria. In the intra-African category, routes such as Johannesburg-Harare and Nairobi-Entebbe feature prominently, reflecting strong regional economic ties.
On the international front, the Cairo-Jeddah route tops the list, driven by religious travel and labor migration. Other major international routes include Casablanca-Paris and Lagos-London, which connect Africa to key global hubs.
The report underscores the growing demand for air travel in Africa, with passenger numbers recovering to pre-pandemic levels. AFRAA emphasizes the need for improved infrastructure and liberalized airspace to sustain growth.
