İGA Istanbul Airport successfully handled intense traffic by welcoming 873,851 passengers throughout the Ramadan Feast holiday. During the holiday period, when a total of 5,871 flights took place, the airport stood out with its operational performance.
Flawless Service to 873 Thousand Passengers
Positioned as the “world’s meeting point,” İGA Istanbul Airport brought hundreds of thousands of passengers together with their loved ones during the Ramadan Feast, a symbol of unity and togetherness.
With strong passenger demand from those wishing to make the most of the holiday:
- 873,851 passengers were served
- 5,871 flights were operated
Congestion Began on the Eve
The movement at the airport peaked as of the eve of the holiday.
- March 19: More than 212 thousand passengers were hosted
- Sunday, March 22: One of the busiest days with 246,625 passengers
On the same day, 1,577 flights were operated
Officials stated that the congestion was managed smoothly with pre-planned operational measures.
Operational Success Certified with an International Award
İGA, which was awarded the “Airport Platinum Award” by aviation data and analytics organization Cirium, proved this success with its performance during the holiday period.
Advanced technological infrastructure and a guest-oriented service approach played a critical role in managing the heavy traffic without disruption.
Europe’s Busiest Airport
İGA Istanbul Airport stood out not only during the holiday period but also with its overall performance.
August 2, 2025: European daily passenger record with 284,527 passengers
July 18, 2025: All-time traffic record with 1,707 flights
These figures strengthen the airport’s leading position in Europe.
Congestion Successfully Managed
Despite the increased travel demand during the holiday, the absence of operational disruptions once again demonstrated İGA’s crisis management and planning capabilities.
By providing seamless service to hundreds of thousands of passengers during the Ramadan Feast, İGA Istanbul Airport reinforced its strong position in global aviation. The sustained operational success, despite rising passenger demand, clearly revealed the airport’s international-standard service quality.
