Ryanair flew over 19 million passengers in May, a record high and 39% above pre-pandemic levels.

Ryanair carried 19.6 million passengers in May 2025, a 4% increase from the previous year, marking the first time the airline flew over 19 million passengers in a month. This also represents a 39% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels, with a 95% load factor. From January to May, Ryanair transported a total of 202 million passengers, an 8% rise from the same period in 2024.