✈ Sarajevo International Airport achieves record breaking year in 2025!

Sarajevo Airport, photo by Damir Džubur sa_spotter

Sarajevo International Airport has reached a significant achievement, marking a milestone in its growth and development. Over the past year, the airport welcomed a record breaking 2.226.692 passengers, an impressive figure that showcases a 22% year over year increase. This surge in traffic represents an additional 404.930 travelers compared to the previous year, underscoring the airport's continued upward trajectory and growing. This achievement not only highlights the airport's expanding capacity but also reflects the increasing demand for air travel in and out of Sarajevo.

According to the most recent ACI EUROPE Airport Traffic Report, Sarajevo International Airport has been recognized as one of the fastest growing airports in Europe within its category in 2025. This recognition serves as a testament to the airport's ongoing efforts to enhance its infrastructure, improve services, and adapt to the ever changing demands of the aviation industry. 

My own analysis of air travel trends throughout the year further confirms this growth. At the start of 2025, based on previous patterns and the rising demand for air travel in Bosnia and Herzegovina, I projected that Sarajevo Airport would reach the 2,2 million passenger mark by year-end. With the actual figures now in, this prediction has come to fruition. The airport's success is not just a result of organic growth but also strategic efforts to attract more airlines and increase the variety of destinations available to passengers.

The table below is detailing my monthly passenger traffic projections for the past year, which reflect the airport's steady growth and performance throughout 2025. These projections were based on a combination of factors, including seasonal trends, new route launches, and the ongoing efforts by the airport and  Sarajevo Tourist Board (VISITSARAJEVO.BA) by providing incentives for the airlines to open new routes and by promotions of Sarajevo and Bosnia and Herzegovina as desired tourist destination. 

Looking ahead to 2026, Sarajevo International Airport is set to continue this remarkable growth trend, with plans for another record breaking year. Several new routes have already been announced, promising to further boost passenger traffic and enhance connectivity. Airlines like Ajet are introducing new flights to Ankara and Bodrum, while Eurowings will be launching a route to Berlin. Additionally, Nile Air is set to offer direct charter flights to Hurghada, and Transavia will be connecting Sarajevo with Paris.

With these developments, Sarajevo International Airport is well-positioned for continued success in the coming years. The growth in passenger numbers is a clear indicator of the airport's rising significance, and the continued introduction of new routes ensures that 2026 is set to be another record  year for the airport.

Source: Zahid Krkić