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Montenegro airport capacity crisis

Overview

In late July 2026, Tivat Airport, Montenegro’s main gateway for tourists, became overwhelmed by long passenger queues, severe delays and numerous flight diversions. The single terminal and runway could not handle peak‑season demand, forcing planes to wait on the apron or be rerouted to nearby airports. The European Union described the situation as “disorganized and chaotic,” warning that it harms the country’s tourism image.

A week later, Dragan Purko Ivančević of the Montenegro Chamber of Commerce called for an accelerated reconstruction and modernization of both Tivat and Podgorica airports. Citing the July congestion as proof that existing capacity is insufficient, he urged the government to present a concrete plan with deadlines, financing sources and accountable implementers, stressing that inadequate airport infrastructure threatens Montenegro’s international reputation and tourism‑driven economy.

Entities

Tivat Airport · Government of Montenegro · Dragan Purko Ivančević · Montenegro tourism industry · European Union

Timeline

  1. 27 days ago

    [POLITICS] 5 sources
    Montenegro urged to fast‑track reconstruction of Tivat and Podgorica airports

    Ivančević urges Montenegro’s government to quickly present a concrete plan to rebuild Tivat and Podgorica airports, citing recent congestion and the threat to tourism and the economy.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Tivat Airport in Montenegro faces severe congestion and EU criticism

    Tivat Airport in Montenegro faced severe congestion, long passenger queues, flight delays and diversions over the weekend, prompting EU criticism and calls from tourism officials for urgent infrastructure fixes

Sources

aktuelno.me · bizniscg.me · bokanews.me · dan.co.me · fly4free.pl · portalanalitika.me · poslovni.hr