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Volaris Reports August 2025 Traffic Results:Load Factor of 85%

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Volaris (NYSE: VLRS), Mexico's ultra-low-cost carrier, has released its August 2025 traffic results, showing mixed performance across key metrics. The airline's total ASM capacity increased by 4.7%, while RPMs rose by 1.9% year-over-year.

The carrier transported 2.7 million passengers, a 4.0% increase from August 2024. Domestic RPMs declined by 0.9%, while international RPMs grew by 6.6%. The consolidated load factor decreased by 2.3 percentage points to 84.7%. International capacity saw significant growth with a 14.1% increase in ASMs, though load factor in this segment declined by 5.4 percentage points to 77.3%.

Volaris (NYSE: VLRS), compagnia aerea messicana a basso costo, ha pubblicato i risultati sul traffico di agosto 2025, mostrando performance contrastanti sui principali indicatori. La capacità totale espressa in ASM è aumentata del 4,7%, mentre i RPM sono cresciuti dell'1,9% su base annua.

La compagnia ha trasportato 2,7 milioni di passeggeri, +4,0% rispetto ad agosto 2024. I RPM sul mercato domestico sono diminuiti dello 0,9%, mentre quelli internazionali sono aumentati del 6,6%. Il load factor consolidato è sceso di 2,3 punti percentuali attestandosi al 84,7%. La capacità internazionale ha segnato un forte aumento con un +14,1% di ASM, sebbene il load factor internazionale sia calato di 5,4 punti percentuali, fermandosi al 77,3%.

Volaris (NYSE: VLRS), la aerolínea mexicana de ultra bajo costo, publicó sus resultados de tráfico de agosto de 2025, mostrando un comportamiento mixto en los indicadores clave. La capacidad total medida en ASM aumentó un 4,7%, mientras que los RPM subieron un 1,9% interanual.

La aerolínea transportó a 2,7 millones de pasajeros, un incremento del 4,0% frente a agosto de 2024. Los RPM domésticos cayeron un 0,9%, mientras que los internacionales crecieron un 6,6%. El factor de ocupación consolidado bajó 2,3 puntos porcentuales hasta situarse en 84,7%. La capacidad internacional experimentó un fuerte crecimiento con un +14,1% en ASM, aunque el factor de ocupación en ese segmento disminuyó 5,4 puntos porcentuales hasta el 77,3%.

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공사는 270� 명의 승객� 수송� 2024� 8� 대� 4.0% 증가했습니다. 국내� RPM은 0.9% 감소� 반면 국제� RPM은 6.6% 증가했습니다. 통합 탑승�(load factor)은 2.3%포인� 하락� 84.7%� 기록했습니다. 국제� 공급은 ASM� 14.1% 증가하며 크게 확대됐으�, 해당 구간� 탑승률은 5.4%포인� 하락� 77.3%� 기록했습니다.

Volaris (NYSE: VLRS), compagnie aérienne mexicaine à très bas coûts, a publié ses résultats de trafic pour août 2025, affichant des performances mitigées sur les principaux indicateurs. La capacité totale en ASM a augmenté de 4,7%, tandis que les RPM ont progressé de 1,9% sur un an.

Le transporteur a acheminé 2,7 millions de passagers, soit une hausse de 4,0% par rapport à août 2024. Les RPM domestiques ont reculé de 0,9%, alors que les RPM internationaux ont augmenté de 6,6%. Le coefficient de remplissage consolidé a diminué de 2,3 points pour atteindre 84,7%. La capacité internationale a connu une forte croissance avec une hausse de 14,1% des ASM, mais le taux de remplissage sur ce segment a diminué de 5,4 points à 77,3%.

Volaris (NYSE: VLRS), Mexikos Ultra-Low-Cost-Carrier, hat seine Passagierzahlen für August 2025 veröffentlicht und weist dabei gemischte Ergebnisse in den Kernkennzahlen auf. Die gesamte Kapazität in ASM stieg um 4,7%, während die RPM um 1,9% gegenüber dem Vorjahr zunahmen.

Die Airline beförderte 2,7 Millionen Passagiere, ein Plus von 4,0% gegenüber August 2024. Die RPM im Inland sanken um 0,9%, während die internationalen RPM um 6,6% wuchsen. Die konsolidierte Auslastung ging um 2,3 Prozentpunkte auf 84,7% zurück. Die internationale Kapazität wuchs deutlich mit einem ASM-Anstieg von 14,1%, wobei die Auslastung in diesem Segment jedoch um 5,4 Prozentpunkte auf 77,3% fiel.

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  • Overall load factor decreased 2.3 percentage points to 84.7%
  • Domestic RPMs declined 0.9% year-over-year
  • International load factor dropped 5.4 percentage points to 77.3%
  • Year-to-date load factor down 2.7 percentage points compared to 2024

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Volaris shows mixed operational results with growing capacity but declining load factors, especially in international routes.

Volaris' August 2025 traffic report reveals a nuanced operational picture. While the carrier expanded capacity by 4.7% year-over-year, the corresponding passenger traffic (RPMs) grew at a slower 1.9% rate, resulting in a 2.3 percentage point decline in load factor to 84.7%.

The domestic/international dichotomy is particularly telling. Domestic RPMs declined slightly by 0.9% despite a 2.5% increase in passengers, indicating shorter average flight distances. Meanwhile, international operations show robust passenger growth of 8.7% and RPM increase of 6.6%, but with a concerning 5.4 percentage point drop in load factor to 77.3%.

This suggests Volaris is adding international capacity (14.1% ASM growth) faster than demand can absorb it, potentially pressuring yields. The company appears to be trading load factor for higher base fares and ancillary revenue, as noted in management's commentary about "tactically focusing on supporting unit revenues."

The year-to-date metrics reveal a consistent pattern: capacity growth (6.9%) outpacing traffic growth (3.6%), with load factors down 2.7 percentage points versus 2024. This calculated strategy of sacrificing load factor suggests management is confident in their pricing power and ability to extract higher revenue per passenger.

CEO Beltranena's statement indicates the company views these results as aligned with expectations, highlighting expansion in U.S. and Central American markets. The 84.7% load factor, while lower year-over-year, remains relatively healthy for the industry, suggesting rational capacity deployment despite the expansion.

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) (“Volaris� or “the Company�), the ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) serving Mexico, the United States, Central and South America, reports its August 2025 preliminary traffic results.

In August, Volaris� ASM capacity increased 4.7%, while RPMs for the month rose 1.9%. Mexican domestic RPMs declined 0.9%, while international RPMs increased 6.6%. Consolidated load factor decreased by 2.3 percentage points year-over-year to 84.7%. During the month, Volaris transported 2.7 million passengers.

Enrique Beltranena, Volaris� President and CEO, said: “The third quarter is unfolding in line with our expectations. In August, our domestic load factor reflected a healthy balance between market supply and demand. Internationally, we continued to tactically focus on supporting unit revenues by maximizing base fares and ancillaries. Our results also reflect a successful year-over-year restoration of ASMs, including the recent capacity additions introduced since July, which are expected to yield continued growth throughout the rest of the year in both the U.S. and Central America. Overall, we are encouraged by ongoing positive trends in demand, which reinforce our confidence in the flexibility of our network and the enduring strength of our markets.�

Aug 2025Aug 2024VarianceYTD Aug
2025
YTD Aug
2024
Variance
RPMs (million, scheduled & charter)
Domestic1,6211,635(0.9%)12,43312,0093.5%
International1,0309666.6%7,6977,4173.8%
Total2,6512,6011.9%20,13019,4263.6%
ASMs (million, scheduled & charter)
Domestic1,7961,820(1.4%)14,02213,2755.6%
International1,3321,16814.1%9,9069,1018.8%
Total3,1282,9894.7%23,92722,3766.9%
Load Factor (%, RPMs/ASMs)
Domestic90.3%89.8%0.4 pp88.7%90.5%(1.8) pp
International77.3%82.7%(5.4) pp77.7%81.5%(3.8) pp
Total84.7%87.0%(2.3) pp84.1%86.8%(2.7) pp
Passengers (thousand, scheduled & charter)
Domestic2,0071,9582.5%15,12614,2466.2%
International7086518.7%5,3025,0584.8%
Total2,7152,6094.0%20,42819,3045.8%


The information included in this report has not been audited and does not provide information on the Company’s future performance. Volaris� future performance depends on several factors. It cannot be inferred that any period’s performance or its comparison year-over-year will indicate a similar performance in the future. Figures are rounded for convenience purposes.

Glossary

Revenue passenger miles (RPMs):Number of seats booked by passengers multiplied by the number of miles flown.

Available seat miles (ASMs):Number of seats available for passengers multiplied by the number of miles flown.

Load factor: RPMs divided by ASMs and expressed as a percentage.

Passengers:The total number of passengers booked on all flight segments.

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About Volaris
*Controladora Vuela Compañía de Aviación, S.A.B. de C.V. (“Volaris� or “the Company�) (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) is an ultra-low-cost carrier, with point-to-point operations, serving Mexico, the United States, Central, and South America. Volaris offers low base fares to build its market, providing quality service and extensive customer choice. Since the beginning of operations in March 2006, Volaris has increased its routes from 5 to more than 222 and its fleet from 4 to 151 aircraft. Volaris offers around 500 daily flight segments on routes that connect 44 cities in Mexico and 29 cities in the United States, Central, and South America, with one of the youngest fleets in Mexico. Volaris targets passengers who are visiting friends and relatives, cost-conscious business and leisure travelers in Mexico, the United States, Central, and South America. For more information, please visit . Volaris routinely posts information that may be important to investors on its investor relations website. The Company encourages investors and potential investors to consult the Volaris website regularly for important information about Volaris.


FAQ

What was Volaris (VLRS) load factor in August 2025?

Volaris reported a consolidated load factor of 84.7% in August 2025, which was 2.3 percentage points lower than the previous year.

How many passengers did Volaris transport in August 2025?

Volaris transported 2.7 million passengers in August 2025, representing a 4.0% increase from August 2024.

What was the growth in Volaris international capacity for August 2025?

Volaris' international ASM capacity increased by 14.1% year-over-year in August 2025.

How did Volaris domestic traffic perform in August 2025?

Volaris' domestic RPMs declined by 0.9% year-over-year, while domestic passenger count increased by 2.5% to 2 million passengers.

What was Volaris total capacity growth in August 2025?

Volaris' total ASM capacity increased by 4.7% year-over-year in August 2025.
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