Government clears path to lift Dublin Airport’s 32-million passenger cap (opens in new tab)

Cabinet approval of the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Bill 2026 puts the removal of the 32 million-passenger cap within weeks. The legislation mandates an accelerated environmental review and bars future numeric caps, clearing the way for daa’s growth plans and additional airline capacity. Lifting the ceiling is critical for business travel and Ireland’s attractiveness to multinationals.