Istanbul Airport, which was implemented as one of Türkiye’s vision projects, stands out as a concrete indicator of the country’s rise in the aviation sector and its determination to become a global hub. Istanbul Airport, which has made a name for itself with the records it has broken in a short time since it entered service, continues this success steadily. Finally, the European Aviation Report published by the European Organization for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL) for the period between 21-27 April 2025 once again confirmed the airport’s indisputable success in the sector.
Busiest Airport in Europe with an Average of 1482 Flights Daily
According to the latest EUROCONTROL report, Istanbul Airport has a daily average 1482 flights It has consolidated its place as the busiest airport in Europe with its number of passengers. This impressive figure clearly shows how critical the airport is not only for Turkey but also for the entire European aviation system. Istanbul's strategic location and the airport's modern infrastructure play a key role in successfully managing this congestion.
Outperforms Europe's Leading Airports
The flight numbers of other European airports included in the report also reveal Istanbul Airport's success more clearly. The airports that follow Istanbul Airport in terms of daily average flight numbers are listed as follows:
- Amsterdam Schiphol: 1419 flights
- London Heathrow: 1357 flights
- Charles De Gaulle in Paris: 1344 flights
- Frankfurt Airport: 1314 flights
These figures show that Istanbul Airport has left behind the largest and busiest airports in Europe and has taken the top spot. This success is concrete evidence of Türkiye's rise in the aviation sector and Istanbul's vision of becoming a global transportation hub.
It Was at the Top in 2024
This success of Istanbul Airport is not new. The daily average throughout 2024 1401 flights It retained its title as Europe’s busiest airport for the third consecutive year, with a total of 1,000 passengers. This consistent performance is considered an indicator of the airport’s operational efficiency, capacity and international preference.
Türkiye's Role in the Aviation Sector is Strengthening
This continuous success of Istanbul Airport strengthens its role in Türkiye's aviation sector every passing day. The airport makes significant contributions to the country's economy not only in terms of passenger traffic but also as a cargo transportation and transfer center. Istanbul Airport, which has become an important intersection of air traffic between Asia, Europe and Africa thanks to its strategic location, positions Türkiye as an important player on the global aviation map.
Future Projects and Goals
The success of Istanbul Airport is no coincidence. Planned and strategic investments, continuous development of technological infrastructure and a service approach focused on passenger satisfaction play an important role in this success. The airport management continues to determine new projects and targets, taking into account future growth potential. With projects such as capacity increase works, new terminal buildings and construction of connection roads, Istanbul Airport aims to maintain its position as one of the leading airports in Europe and the world in the future.
Istanbul Airport’s latest success in the EUROCONTROL report is a clear indication of Türkiye’s rise in the aviation sector and the airport’s competitiveness in the international arena. Istanbul Airport, which is at the top of Europe in terms of the average daily flight numbers, continues to contribute to the country’s economic growth and take firm steps towards becoming a global transfer hub.
