Ryanair September Traffic Rises 4% Despite Fiscal 2027 Outlook Cut

Key Facts

1Ryanair carried 20.1 million passengers in September 2026, a 4% increase year-over-year.

2The company cut its traffic outlook for fiscal year 2027 despite the growth in passenger numbers.

3Flight cancellations exceeded 1,000 during the month of September.

Ryanair carried approximately 20.1 million passengers in September 2026, marking a 4% increase year-over-year according to Zacks. Despite the growth in passenger volume, the company cut its traffic outlook for fiscal year 2027. Operational challenges were also evident as flight cancellations exceeded 1,000 during the month of September.

RYAAY closed at $55.05 on October 2, 2026, with the stock trading between a day low of $54.56 and a high of $55.78 during that session. This price performance comes as the carrier balances monthly demand growth against the more cautious long-term guidance issued in its latest update.