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Kars Harakani Airport traffic growth

Overview

Kars Harakani Airport has experienced a significant increase in passenger, aircraft, and cargo traffic throughout the first eight months of 2026.

In July 2026, the airport recorded 58,142 passenger transactions and 316 aircraft movements. This growth was attributed to expanded airline capacity and the launch of new routes, such as the Kars–Baku service. By the end of August 2026, cumulative passenger numbers for the year reached 423,382, with a total of 2,548 aircraft movements and 3,877 tons of cargo handled.

A primary driver of this upward trend is the introduction of direct flights between Baku and Kars by Azerbaijan's national airline, AZAL. These flights, which launched on July 30, 2026, operate twice weekly and have enhanced international connectivity and regional travel needs.

Entities

Kars · Baku · AZAL · Kars Harakani Airport

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Kars Harakani Airport sees 423,000 passengers in first eight months of 2026

    Kars Harakani Airport served over 423,000 passengers in the first eight months of 2026, bolstered by new direct flights between Baku and Kars via AZAL.

  2. 29 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Kars Harakani Airport reports rising passenger and aircraft traffic

    Kars Harakani Airport saw significant growth in July 2026, handling over 58,000 passengers and 316 flights, driven by new international routes like Kars–Baku and increased summer tourism.

Sources

finans.mynet.com · haber.aero · haberport.com · karsmanset.com · rayhaber.com · vanhabergazetesi.com · yorumla.net