Aeroméxico Load Factor Rises to 83.3% Despite Slight Dip in March Passenger Traffic

Aeroméxico reported its March 2026 traffic results, transporting 1.99 million passengers, a 1.4% year-over-year decline. Despite the lower volume, the airline's load factor increased by 0.6 percentage points to 83.3%, supported by a 1.0% year-over-year growth in total capacity (ASMs). In a competitive comparison, rival carrier Volaris reported a higher load factor of 85% for the same period. Aeroméxico continues to leverage international growth to offset domestic market contractions and manage fuel price volatility. These metrics underscore the company's focus on operational efficiency and disciplined capacity management to safeguard margins. Analysts remain focused on the relative performance of Mexican carriers as they navigate shifting demand dynamics.