Air traffic at Naples Airport continued its upward trend in fiscal year 2025, with more flights taking off and landing compared to the previous year — a sign of sustained travel demand and broader aviation activity in Southwest Florida.

According to local reporting, flights in and out of the Naples Airport rose by about 3.6 % in FY 2025 compared with the prior fiscal period.

What the Increase Means

Though Naples Airport (APF) is primarily a general aviation airport — without the commercial airline schedules seen at larger hubs — the rise in operations points to a few clear trends:

  • Stronger demand from private and corporate flyers: Naples’ location and affluent demographic make the region a popular destination for private jets, charter flights, and business aviation.

  • Seasonal travel peaks: The airport often sees increased activity in the winter and early spring months as seasonal residents and visitors fly into the Paradise Coast.

  • Incremental year-over-year growth: Even modest percentage increases reflect more operations, more departures and arrivals, and a busier calendar of flights.

Naples Airport is owned and operated by the Naples Airport Authority, serving as a key general aviation hub for Collier County and surrounding communities. =

📈 Local Aviation Context

Unlike traditional commercial airports, Naples Airport doesn’t host a large roster of scheduled airline flights. Instead, its traffic typically consists of:

  • Private business jets and charters

  • General aviation flights

  • Seasonal and visitor traffic

  • Aircraft based locally for business and recreational use

This activity supports not just travel but also local jobs, tourism spending, and businesses tied to aviation services such as fixed-base operators, maintenance shops, and flight support services.

🛫 Community & Infrastructure Impact

For Collier County residents, more flights can mean:

  • Better connectivity for residents and visitors traveling directly into Naples instead of longer drives from larger regional hubs.

  • Increased demand for on-airport services, including ground transportation, fuel operations, and aircraft maintenance.

  • Ongoing conversations about noise and flight patterns, especially in neighborhoods near the airport.

The Naples Airport Authority has historically engaged the community through surveys and advisory panels to balance growth with quality of life concerns. A recent survey found strong community support for the airport’s operation and location, even as conversations about aviation impacts continue.

What Comes Next

As Southwest Florida’s travel demand continues to evolve, Naples Airport is expected to remain an important piece of the region’s aviation landscape. Even without large commercial airline service, rising flight operations — year after year — show that local residents, second-home owners, business travelers and seasonal visitors alike value direct access to Naples from the sky.

For residents who fly privately or commercially, the trend reinforces the role of the Paradise Coast as a connected, desirable destination that keeps growing in both reputation and activity.