Georgia’s most popular air travel routes continue to be those connecting the country with its neighbors, particularly Turkey and Russia. According to new data published by the Civil Aviation Agency, in 2025 a total of 3.1 million passengers - 36% of all travelers - flew between Georgia and neighboring countries.
Turkey remained the leading destination, accounting for 1.4 million passengers, followed by Russia with 1.1 million. Travel volumes to Azerbaijan reached 470,000, while flights to and from Armenia served 53,000 passengers.
The European Union held a 28% share, amounting to nearly 2.4 million passengers, making it the second-largest regional market. The Gulf countries ranked third, with over 1 million passengers traveling to and from Georgia through these routes.
Overall, Georgia’s airports handled 8,494,640 passengers last year. Tbilisi International Airport remained the clear leader with 4,981,865 travelers, marking an 11% annual increase. Kutaisi Airport served 1,692,513 passengers (+7%), while Batumi Airport - considered a seasonal gateway - handled 1,165,767 passengers, a notable 30% year-on-year rise.
Cargo air transport also saw a significant expansion. Air freight volumes grew by 50%, reaching 38,578 tons, highlighting a substantial boost in Georgia’s aviation and logistics activity.
