The Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA) has accumulated losses of 792 million pesos in its first four years of operation, despite profits in the last two years. The analysis excludes government subsidies. Passenger traffic has increased, but challenges persist, such as the lack of mass transit.
The Felipe Ángeles International Airport (AIFA), run by an Army-linked state entity, has accumulated losses of 792 million pesos from 2022 to 2025, based on El Financiero's review of its financial statements. This negative balance holds despite operational profitability starting in the third year and excluding government subsidies or transfers, which fund mainly payroll and current operating expenses. The financial notes state: “El AIFA recibe apoyos fiscales, dentro del marco del presupuesto de egreso de la federación, los cuales son aplicados, principalmente, para cubrir erogaciones autorizadas en el rubro de servicios personales y gasto de operación en gasto corriente”.In 2024, AIFA broke even with 291 million pesos in operating profits. By the end of 2025, it recorded 492 million pesos in gains. It still relies on fiscal supports.Passenger traffic has risen due to lower airport fees compared to other Valley of Mexico facilities. Yet, it lacks mass transit; the Buenavista-AIFA train has faced repeated delays but is slated before the 2026 World Cup. This year, it expects 8 million passengers, with new South American routes and steadier operators. A U.S. government restriction blocks new U.S. routes.
