Seville Airport exceeds 828,000 passengers: a gateway to Huelva and its coast
Seville Airport handled 828,735 passengers in July 2026, an increase of 8.9% compared with the same month last year. International traffic continued to grow strongly and accounted for 51% of commercial passenger traffic, reinforcing Seville's role as an important arrival point for travellers continuing towards Huelva and other destinations in the province.
Seville Airport continued its strong growth during 2026. According to the latest figures published by Aena, the airport handled 828,735 passengers in July, representing an increase of 8.9% compared with July 2025.
The figures are particularly relevant for tourism in Huelva. Seville Airport is increasingly used by national and international travellers who land in Andalusia and then continue by road to Huelva city, the Costa de la Luz, El Rocío, Doñana, the Sierra de Aracena and other destinations across the province.
Between January and July 2026, Seville Airport accumulated 6,099,256 passengers, 9.7% more than during the same period of the previous year.
Seville Airport in July 2026
During the month of July.
Compared with July 2025.
Of commercial passenger traffic.
9.7% more than in 2025.
International traffic grew particularly strongly: in July it increased by 16.1%. Italy, the United Kingdom, France, Portugal and Germany were among the airport's main international markets.
International passengers now account for more than half of commercial traffic
Of the passengers travelling on commercial flights during July, 406,781 used domestic services while 421,732 travelled on international routes.
This means international passengers represented 51% of commercial traffic at Seville Airport during the month, highlighting the airport's growing importance as a gateway for international visitors travelling through western Andalusia.
Italy was the leading international market, followed by the United Kingdom, France, Portugal and Germany. The Netherlands and Turkey also recorded significant passenger numbers.
Main international markets in July
Aena recorded 103,697 passengers travelling between Seville and Italy, 80,159 with the United Kingdom, 74,151 with France, 34,312 with Portugal and 24,551 with Germany.
These figures matter for Huelva because many international visitors arriving in Seville continue towards beaches, hotels, holiday accommodation, natural areas and towns across Huelva province, which does not have its own commercial airport.
Seville Airport as a gateway to Huelva
Huelva does not have a commercial airport of its own, which makes Seville Airport particularly important for both national and international visitors travelling to the province.
From the airport terminal, passengers can continue directly by road to Huelva city and many of the main tourist destinations along the coast and inland.
If Huelva is your final destination, this also means there is no need to travel into central Seville before continuing your journey.
Where can you travel from Seville Airport in Huelva province?
Seville Airport's location makes direct transfers possible to many parts of Huelva province. Travellers can therefore continue from the terminal directly to their hotel, apartment, private accommodation or holiday destination.
Huelva city
Huelva is one of the main destinations for passengers landing in Seville for holidays, business trips, family visits or onward journeys to other parts of the province.
El Rompido and the western Huelva coast
El Rompido, Islantilla, La Antilla, Isla Cristina, Isla Canela, Ayamonte and Punta del Moral are among the most important tourist destinations on Huelva's western coast.
For travellers arriving with suitcases, children or holiday equipment, a direct transfer from the airport avoids the need to make several connections before reaching their accommodation.
Matalascañas, El Rocío and Doñana
The Doñana area and El Rocío also receive visitors arriving by air through Seville. Journeys can be organised directly from the airport to El Rocío, Matalascañas and other destinations in the surrounding area.
Aracena and the Sierra de Huelva
Seville Airport is also a useful gateway to the Sierra de Aracena for visitors planning to see the Gruta de las Maravillas, stay in rural accommodation or enjoy the area's nature, villages and gastronomy.
Radio Taxi Huelva has a dedicated taxi route from Seville Airport to Aracena, allowing passengers to travel directly from the terminal to the town.
An increasingly important connection for international visitors
The growth in international passenger numbers means it makes increasing sense to view Seville Airport not only as the airport serving Seville, but also as an important gateway to nearby provinces.
For travellers arriving from the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Portugal or the Netherlands, continuing directly from SVQ to Huelva can make the first part of the journey considerably easier.
Collection can be arranged at the airport, with direct travel to a hotel, private address, holiday development or other destination in Huelva and its province.
Travel directly from the airport without going into Seville city
One of the main advantages for passengers whose final destination is Huelva is that they do not need to travel into central Seville before beginning the next part of their journey.
A pre-booked taxi can collect passengers directly from Seville Airport and continue by road to Huelva city, the coast, El Rocío, Aracena or another destination in the province.
This can be particularly convenient after a flight when travelling with several suitcases, children, older passengers or a group that would prefer to avoid changing between different forms of transport.
Taxi and Taxi Van transfers to Huelva
Radio Taxi Huelva can organise transfers from Seville Airport using a Taxi for 1–4 passengers or a Taxi Van for 5–8 passengers, depending on the size of the group and the requirements of the journey.
When making a booking, it is useful to provide an approximate amount of luggage. Families can also request child seats for an additional charge, while passengers requiring an adapted taxi should check availability in advance.
Return journeys can also be arranged when your trip includes travelling back to Seville Airport at the end of your stay.
Travel from Seville Airport to Huelva
Explore direct taxi destinations from Seville Airport to Huelva city, the coast, El Rocío, Aracena and other towns across Huelva province.
Source of the passenger figures
The July 2026 passenger figures used in this article come from the official Seville Airport traffic report published by Aena on 12 August 2026.