https://www.bts.aero/ en https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-surpasses-half-a-million-passengers-in-a-single-month-for-the-first-time/ M. R. Štefánik Airport Bratislava reached a major milestone in June, handling more than half a million passengers in a single month for the first time in its history. During the month, the airport welcomed 510,152 passengers on arriving and departing flights, representing an 81% increase compared with June 2025, when the airport handled approximately 281,000 passengers. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-surpasses-half-a-million-passengers-in-a-single-month-for-the-first-time/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bolt-rides-at-bratislava-airport-now-available-without-the-app/ Passengers travelling through M. R. Štefánik Airport Bratislava can now benefit from new mobility services provided by Bolt. A new self-service Bolt TapBox kiosk has been installed in the Arrivals Hall, enabling passengers to book a ride without using the Bolt app. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bolt-rides-at-bratislava-airport-now-available-without-the-app/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-introduces-new-passenger-services-ahead-of-the-summer-peak/ Bratislava Airport has unveiled a range of new passenger services, retail concepts and operational enhancements ahead of the busy summer travel season, reinforcing its commitment to delivering a smoother, more comfortable and more efficient airport experience. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-introduces-new-passenger-services-ahead-of-the-summer-peak/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-reports-strongest-financial-performance-in-17-years/ M. R. Štefánik Airport – Bratislava Airport delivered its strongest financial performance in 17 years, closing 2025 with a net profit of EUR 3.583 million. The result marks the airport’s second consecutive profitable year and reflects continued growth in passenger traffic, strong operational performance and a sustained recovery of the business. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-reports-strongest-financial-performance-in-17-years/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-adds-3-new-routes-from-bratislava/ Wizz Air, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, is strengthening its position in Slovakia. Wizz Air currently operates 35 destinations in 15 countries from Slovakia, with three new routes from Bratislava to be added at the end of October - Agadir, Baku, Hurghada. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-adds-3-new-routes-from-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-cafe-with-all-day-dining-opens-at-bratislava-airport/ A new food and beverage outlet, Craft Coffee Factory, has opened in the public area of the departures terminal at M. R. Štefánik Airport Bratislava, located between the departures and arrivals halls. In addition to its café offering, the new venue will also serve a daily breakfast and lunch menu. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-cafe-with-all-day-dining-opens-at-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/statistics-may-triple-digit-passenger-growth-continues-for-fifth-consecutive-month/ Bratislava Airport continues to deliver exceptional traffic performance, recording triple-digit passenger growth every month since the start of 2026. In May, the airport achieved another all-time monthly record, handling 398,639 arriving and departing passengers, the highest monthly throughput in its history and a 131% increase year-on-year compared to May 2025. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/statistics-may-triple-digit-passenger-growth-continues-for-fifth-consecutive-month/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-to-the-greek-island-of-mykonos-commence-today/ Bratislava Airport today welcomes the launch of its 19th new scheduled route of 2026 and the 32nd destination served by Wizz Air from Bratislava. Effective today, 8 June, passengers can enjoy direct flights from Bratislava to the Greek island of Mykonos. The new service will operate twice weekly, every Monday and Friday, through 23 October. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-to-the-greek-island-of-mykonos-commence-today/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-adds-4th-aircraft-to-bratislava-for-w-2026/ Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (Tuesday, May 26th) announced that it will grow its Bratislava operations in W2026 with 1 new based aircraft (bringing its Bratislava-based fleet to 4 aircraft – a $400m investment) and 4 new routes to Paphos, Tirana, Turin and Warsaw-Modlin, a total number of 23 routes this Winter. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-adds-4th-aircraft-to-bratislava-for-w-2026/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-launches-new-scheduled-service-from-bratislava-to-podgorica-montenegro/ Wizz Air today launched a new scheduled seasonal route between Bratislava Airport and Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro. The route will operate throughout the 2026 summer season until 24 October 2026. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-launches-new-scheduled-service-from-bratislava-to-podgorica-montenegro/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-launch-new-direct-route-from-bratislava-to-tel-aviv/ Regular flights from Bratislava to Tel Aviv, Israel, will begin on 28 May. The new route, originally scheduled to launch at the end of March but postponed due to the security situation in the Middle East, will be operated by Wizz Air in less than two weeks’ time, with a frequency of three flights per week. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-launch-new-direct-route-from-bratislava-to-tel-aviv/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/april-becomes-the-strongest-month-in-the-airport-s-history/ M. R. Štefánik Airport handled more than 360,000 passengers in the fourth month of the year. April became the strongest month in the airport’s history, with passenger numbers exceeding 360,000 in a single month for the very first time. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/april-becomes-the-strongest-month-in-the-airport-s-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-welcomes-its-millionth-passenger-three-months-earlier-than-last-year/ It took less than four months for M. R. Štefánik Airport to handle its one-millionth passenger this year. The first major milestone - one million passengers - was reached today, 28 April. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-welcomes-its-millionth-passenger-three-months-earlier-than-last-year/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-airport-records-strong-growth-in-q1-2026-passenger-numbers-up-148-march-alone-up-163/ M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava recorded the highest number of handled passengers in its history in the first quarter of 2026. In the first three months of the year, the airport handled a total of 679,041 passengers, representing a year-on-year increase of 148%. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-airport-records-strong-growth-in-q1-2026-passenger-numbers-up-148-march-alone-up-163/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-summer-schedule-2026-highest-number-of-flights-in-history/ Bratislava Airport is introducing the most extensive summer flight schedule in its history, effective from Sunday, 29 March. Passengers will be able to choose from 77 scheduled routes to 63 destinations in 29 countries. Including charter destinations, flights from Bratislava will serve more than 80 destinations in total. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-summer-schedule-2026-highest-number-of-flights-in-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-celebrates-10-years-of-growth-and-expansion-at-bratislava-airport/ Wizz Air, the leading airline in Slovakia, proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary of entering Bratislava Airport, marking a decade of strong growth and commitment to the country. The milestone is accompanied by a significant expansion, including the launch of 9 new routes just this month and a broader network growth throughout the year. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-celebrates-10-years-of-growth-and-expansion-at-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-ranked-among-the-top-10-airports-in-eastern-europe/ M. R. Štefánik Airport has been ranked the 9th best airport in Eastern Europe. The ranking among the top 10 airports in the region was determined by passenger votes in the globally recognised aviation survey Skytrax – World Airport Awards 2026. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-ranked-among-the-top-10-airports-in-eastern-europe/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-february-at-bratislava-airport-passenger-numbers-increase-by-a-record-151/ M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava handled a record 212,945 passengers in February. Compared with February last year, when the airport recorded approximately 84,000 passengers on arrivals and departures, this represents a triple-digit year-on-year increase of 151%. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-february-at-bratislava-airport-passenger-numbers-increase-by-a-record-151/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-brand-new-self-service-kiosks-at-bratislava-airport-for-ryanair-departures/ Ryanair passengers can now benefit from an innovative service at Bratislava Airport. BTS has installed four self-service kiosks for efficient baggage drop-off in the departure hall. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-brand-new-self-service-kiosks-at-bratislava-airport-for-ryanair-departures/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/janury-2026-passenger-numbers-surge-by-127-as-barcelona-and-kosice-lead-the-way/ M. R. Štefánik Airport Bratislava began 2026 with a historic triple-digit increase in passenger numbers. In January, the airport handled a total of 195,110 passengers, representing a 127% increase compared to January 2025, when 86,000 passengers were handled. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/janury-2026-passenger-numbers-surge-by-127-as-barcelona-and-kosice-lead-the-way/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-adds-more-flights-to-the-bratislava-kosice-route/ Wizz Air, the leading airline in Slovakia is adding more frequencies to its first domestic flight in the country between Bratislava and Kosice in response to strong consumer demand. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-adds-more-flights-to-the-bratislava-kosice-route/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-reveals-2025-as-busiest-ever-year-in-slovakia/ Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (Tues, 20 Jan) revealed that 2025 was its busiest-ever year in Slovakia, following the airlines record schedule and addition of a third based aircraft ($300m investment) at Bratislava, in response to the Govt’s decision to cut access costs. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-reveals-2025-as-busiest-ever-year-in-slovakia/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-new-route-from-bratislava-to-nice/ Wizz Air, the leading airline in Slovakia is expanding its network with the launch of a new international route connecting Bratislava with Nice, a vibrant city in Southern France. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-new-route-from-bratislava-to-nice/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-warns-of-drone-flight-ban-within-a-5-km-radius/ M. R. Štefánik Airport is alerting owners and operators of unmanned aircraft to a ban on flying drones in the vicinity of the airport within a radius of up to 5 kilometres. The ban on specified civil drone flights was declared by the Minister of Transport of the Slovak Republic, effective 6 December 2025, in order to ensure the protection of facilities and aviation equipment under the authority of the Ministry of Defence of the Slovak Republic. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-warns-of-drone-flight-ban-within-a-5-km-radius/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/2-438-215-passengers-handled-in-2025-the-highest-annual-result-in-the-airport-s-history/ M. R. Štefánik Airport has closed 2025 as the most successful year in its history! Over the course of the year, the airport handled a record 2,438,215 passengers on arrivals and departures – the highest annual figure since its establishment. Compared to 2024, this represents an increase of 25%, or more than 490,000 additional passengers. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/2-438-215-passengers-handled-in-2025-the-highest-annual-result-in-the-airport-s-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-new-bratislava-mykonos-holiday-route/ Wizz Air announces today the launch of its new seasonal holiday route connecting Bratislava (BTS) with Mykonos (JMK), Greece. The service will operate twice weekly as part of Wizz Air’s summer schedule, offering convenient options for travelers seeking sun-soaked getaways to one of the Aegean’s most iconic island destinations. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-new-bratislava-mykonos-holiday-route/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-introduces-7-new-destinations/ M. R. Štefánik Airport today welcomed the first passengers departing for the Norwegian capital, Oslo, with a themed cake and refreshments. The new route, operated three times a week, was launched by Wizz Air. In addition to the Oslo service, Wizz Air also launched new direct flights today to Alicante, Spain, and Athens, Greece. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-introduces-7-new-destinations/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-achieves-69-passenger-growth-in-november/ M. R. Štefánik Airport recorded a remarkable 69% year-on-year increase in passenger numbers in November. A total of 163,949 passengers were handled on arrivals and departures, compared to 97,000 passengers during the same period last year. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-achieves-69-passenger-growth-in-november/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-to-operate-a-record-number-of-routes-from-bratislava-in-summer-2026/ Ryanair will operate a total of 33 scheduled routes from M. R. Štefánik Airport during the summer 2026 timetable. This includes 10 new destinations. The record summer schedule was presented in Bratislava by Michael O’Leary, the head of Europe’s largest low-cost airline. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-to-operate-a-record-number-of-routes-from-bratislava-in-summer-2026/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-routes-with-wizz-air-to-kosice-yerevan-and-kutaisi/ Wizz Air today celebrated the inaugural flight on its new domestic route between Bratislava and Košice. The connection marks a significant milestone for air travel within Slovakia, strengthening mobility between the country’s two major cities and expanding Wizz Air’s footprint in the region. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-routes-with-wizz-air-to-kosice-yerevan-and-kutaisi/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-open-the-base-at-bratislava-airport/ Wizz Air, Europe’s fastest-growing and most sustainable ultra-low-cost airline, today celebrated the official opening of its new base at Bratislava Airport (BTS). The airline is stationing four Airbus A321neo aircraft in the Slovak capital, supporting operations across 27 routes that connect Bratislava with major European cities and leisure destinations. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-open-the-base-at-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-records-a-46-increase-in-handled-passengers-in-october/ M. R. Štefánik Airport once again achieved a milestone, reaching its highest-ever number of handled passengers for the month of October. A total of 194,883 passengers were processed on arrivals and departures, representing a record increase of 46% compared to last year’s October. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-records-a-46-increase-in-handled-passengers-in-october/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-flight-route-from-bratislava-to-pisa-italy/ Ryanair is adding another new flight route from M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava, this time to the Italian city of Pisa, world-famous for its iconic Leaning Tower. The new route will launch on 30 March 2026, with two flights per week. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-flight-route-from-bratislava-to-pisa-italy/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-gears-up-for-increased-traffic-reconfigures-stands-for-larger-aircraft-types/ Extensive marking of aircraft stands is currently underway at M. R. Štefánik Airport. The reconfiguration of stand markings on the main apron is designed to support the handling of wide-body Code E aircraft and to prepare for the upcoming opening of the Wizz Air base in Bratislava. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-gears-up-for-increased-traffic-reconfigures-stands-for-larger-aircraft-types/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-reaches-2-000-000-passengers/ Today, M. R. Štefánik Airport welcomed the year’s two-millionth passenger, 23-year-old Natália Hanusová, who departed from Bratislava to Tbilisi, Georgia, with a transfer in Istanbul on a Pegasus Airlines flight. The airport reached 2,000,000 handled passengers for the first time in six years – it last crossed this threshold before the pandemic, in 2019. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-reaches-2-000-000-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-winter-season-at-bts-to-offer-49-regular-routes-to-42-destinations-in-22-countries/ A record total of 49 regular routes to 42 destinations in 22 countries, the launch of a domestic connection with Košice, as well as flights to exotic destinations, will be part of the winter flight schedule at M. R. Štefánik Airport. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-winter-season-at-bts-to-offer-49-regular-routes-to-42-destinations-in-22-countries/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-september-at-the-airport-in-passenger-and-cargo-transport/ M. R. Štefánik Airport handled more passengers this September than in any previous September in its history. In the ninth month of the year, a total of 263,740 passengers were handled on arrivals and departures, a 18% increase year-on-year, beating the previous historical September record from 2018 (251,000 people) by more than 12,000 passengers. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-september-at-the-airport-in-passenger-and-cargo-transport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-expansion-bts-welcomes-4-based-wizz-aircraft-and-12-new-routes/ Bratislava Airport (BTS) welcomes Wizz Air’s decision to expand its base and operations in Slovakia with 2 new aircraft and 12 new routes from Bratislava, including the domestic connection to Kosice. Flights roll out from 21 November 2025, with additional services launching in January and March 2026. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/historic-expansion-bts-welcomes-4-based-wizz-aircraft-and-12-new-routes/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-records-historic-passenger-numbers-for-the-fourth-consecutive-month/ In May, June, July, and now also in August, M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava recorded the highest monthly passenger numbers in its history. During August, airport staff handled a total of 355,658 passengers, setting a historic August record. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/airport-records-historic-passenger-numbers-for-the-fourth-consecutive-month/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-launch-scheduled-flights-between-bratislava-and-kosice/ The Ministry of Transport of the Slovak Republic has announced the restoration of scheduled air services between Bratislava and Košice after a six-year hiatus. Following a public tender, Wizz Air has been awarded the operation of the route, with flights commencing in late autumn. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-to-launch-scheduled-flights-between-bratislava-and-kosice/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-the-opening-of-its-bratislava-base-with-12-new-routes/ Wizz Air, EMEA’s most environmentally sustainable airline1, today has announced the opening of its base in Bratislava and further expanding operations in Slovakia. The airline continues to offer more affordable travel options, meeting the growing demand for budget-friendly flights, with tickets already available online on Wizz Air’s official website and through its mobile app from as low as € 17.992. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-the-opening-of-its-bratislava-base-with-12-new-routes/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/absolute-historical-record-at-bratislava-airport-injuly/ M. R. Štefánik Airport achieved an absolute historical record in July for the number of passengers handled in a single month! In July, a record-breaking 358,898 passengers were processed on arrivals and departures. This is the highest number of passengers ever handled at the airport in a single month since its establishment in 1951. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/absolute-historical-record-at-bratislava-airport-injuly/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-surpasses-1-million-passengers-handled/ Since the beginning of the year, M. R. Štefánik Airport has handled over 1,000,000 passengers on arrivals and departures. The airport managed to surpass the one-million mark of passengers handled in 2025 earlier than last year. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-surpasses-1-million-passengers-handled/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-a-new-route-from-bratislava/ Wizz Air, Europe’s most environmentally sustainable airline , is delighted to announce a new exciting direct route from Bratislava to Bucharest. Flights will operate from the 28th of October with tickets from €17.99 now available on wizzair.com. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-announces-a-new-route-from-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/norwegian-launches-new-direct-route-to-copenhagen/ Starting today, passengers departing from M. R. Štefánik Airport can take advantage of a new regular air connection to Copenhagen. Norwegian, an airline which has returned to Bratislava Airport after 11 years, launched regular direct flights from Bratislava to Denmark’s capital city Copenhagen on June 28, 2025. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/norwegian-launches-new-direct-route-to-copenhagen/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-joins-the-hidden-disabilities-sunflower-program/ M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava has joined the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, which helps bring attention to the needs of travelers with hidden disabilities. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-joins-the-hidden-disabilities-sunflower-program/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-airport-handled-the-highest-number-of-passengers-in-its-may-history/ M. R. Štefánik Airport has reached a historic milestone! During May 2025, the airport achieved its best operational result in terms of the number of passengers handled ever recorded in the fifth month of the year! https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-airport-handled-the-highest-number-of-passengers-in-its-may-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/9-new-routes-added-at-bts-in-early-june-to-zadar-skiathos-and-7-more/ With the arrival of summer, new regular flight routes are being introduced at M. R. Štefánik Airport. Today, the airline Ryanair is launching a new regular route from Bratislava to Zadar, Croatia, and starting tomorrow, it will also begin direct regular flights to the Greek island of Skiathos. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/9-new-routes-added-at-bts-in-early-june-to-zadar-skiathos-and-7-more/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-pearl-lounge-opens-at-bratislava-m-r-stefanik-airport-in-slovakia/ Menzies Aviation, the leading service partner to the world’s airports and airlines, has officially unveiled its new Pearl Lounge at Bratislava M. R. Štefánik Airport (BTS), marking the 57th lounge in its expanding Pearl network and the first in Slovakia. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-pearl-lounge-opens-at-bratislava-m-r-stefanik-airport-in-slovakia/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-joins-piestany-in-offering-flights-from-tel-aviv/ In addition to the direct Tel Aviv – Piešťany route, which has operated during the peak tourist season over the past two years, a new route now connects Israel with Bratislava. Flights from Tel Aviv will land in Slovakia’s capital every Thursday and in the spa town of Piešťany every Sunday. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-joins-piestany-in-offering-flights-from-tel-aviv/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/air-cargo-transport-at-bratislava-airport-increased-by-86-in-april/ M. R. Štefánik Airport handled a total of 147,441 passengers on arrivals and departures in the month of April. At the same time, air cargo transport at Bratislava Airport saw a significant rise, increasing by 86% to 1,673 tons of handled cargo. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/air-cargo-transport-at-bratislava-airport-increased-by-86-in-april/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-airport-reports-its-best-financial-results-in-16-years/ The airport operator M. R. Štefánik Airport achieved an exceptional financial result in 2024. At the end of the financial year, it became clear that for the first time in 16 years, since 2008, the BTS airport company closed the financial year with a profit – specifically, a profit of EUR 2.499 million! https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-airport-reports-its-best-financial-results-in-16-years/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/passenger-numbers-at-bratislava-airport-increased-by-14-percent-in-q1/ BTS handled a total of 273,807 passengers on arrivals and departures from January to the end of March. In the first quarter, the airport recorded a 14% increase in passenger numbers compared to the same period last year, when 239,761 people were handled. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/passenger-numbers-at-bratislava-airport-increased-by-14-percent-in-q1/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-gdansk-poland-launch-today/ As of today, it is possible to fly from the capital of Slovakia to the Polish city of Gdańsk. A new air route from M. R. Štefánik Airport is being launched on April 1st, with a frequency of three departures per week. After seven years, Bratislava is once again connected by air to a Polish city. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-gdansk-poland-launch-today/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-wildlife-control-celebrates-40-years/ On April 1, 2025, on International Bird Day, M. R. Štefánik Airport commemorates the 40th anniversary of its wildlife control —falconers who prevent bird strikes by scaring birds away, mainly using falcons, but also dogs, recorded sounds, and blank shots. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-wildlife-control-celebrates-40-years/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-celebrates-10-years-of-ryanair-s-base-with-five-new-routes/ Bratislava Airport is proud to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Ryanair’s base, which was established in late March 2015. Ryanair has been a key partner of Bratislava Airport for nearly 20 years, having launched its first flights from the Slovak capital on 10 October 2005. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-celebrates-10-years-of-ryanair-s-base-with-five-new-routes/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-summer-schedule-brings-6-new-routes-and-new-airline-norwegian/ Bratislava Airport will introduce six new flight routes and welcome a new airline as part of its summer flight schedule, which takes effect with the time change on March 30. The first direct flights from Bratislava to Bari and Milan-Malpensa will depart on Sunday, followed by a new route to Gdańsk, launching on April 1. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-summer-schedule-brings-6-new-routes-and-new-airline-norwegian/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-recorded-a-double-digit-growth-in-february/ In February, Bratislava Airport recorded a significant increase in the number of passengers handled. A total of 84,774 passengers were processed on departures and arrivals during the second month of the year, representing a 19 percent increase compared to last years' February. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-recorded-a-double-digit-growth-in-february/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-started-2025-with-passenger-growth/ Bratislava Airport recorded 85,939 handled passengers on arrivals and departures in January. This represents a 12% increase compared to January last year, when 77,000 passengers were processed. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-started-2025-with-passenger-growth/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/starting-today-flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-muscat-oman-are-now-available/ Passengers flying from Bratislava now have the option to travel directly to Muscat, in addition to the existing flights to Salalah, Oman. Flights are available starting February 1st. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/starting-today-flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-muscat-oman-are-now-available/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-announces-third-based-aircraft-for-bratislava-and-5-new-routes/ Ryanair, Europe, and Slovakia’s No.1 airline today (21st Jan) announced a record-breaking Summer 2025 schedule for Bratislava growing capacity by 25%, launching 5 exciting new routes (Bari, Gdansk, Milan Malpensa, Skiathos and Zadar), and an additional third based aircraft – representing an incremental US$100m investment. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-announces-third-based-aircraft-for-bratislava-and-5-new-routes/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handles-1-948-008-passengers-in-2024/ M. R. Štefánik Airport processed a total of 1,948,008 passengers on arrivals and departures in 2024, a 7% increase compared to the previous year. The most popular destinations from Bratislava last year were Antalya in Turkey, London, and Milan-Bergamo. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handles-1-948-008-passengers-in-2024/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/first-ever-direct-flight-from-bratislava-to-cuba-takes-off-today/ A week before Christmas, the historically first direct flight from M. R. Štefánik Airport to Cuba, specifically to the destination of Holguín, was launched. The inaugural holidaymakers from Bratislava to the Caribbean region of Holguín were transported today by an Airbus A330 of the Spanish carrier World2Fly. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/first-ever-direct-flight-from-bratislava-to-cuba-takes-off-today/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-commemorated-the-20th-anniversary-of-the-joint-stock-company-with-postage-stamps/ Bratislava's M. R. Štefánik Airport marked the 20th anniversary of its establishment as an independent joint-stock company by issuing six postage stamps. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-commemorated-the-20th-anniversary-of-the-joint-stock-company-with-postage-stamps/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/norwegian-launches-new-route-from-bratislava-to-copenhagen/ For the summer season 2025, Norwegian is launching new routes from Copenhagen Airport, including Bratislava. The new route starts on June 28, 2025 with 2 weekly frequencies, each Tuesday and Saturday. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/norwegian-launches-new-route-from-bratislava-to-copenhagen/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/marsa-alam-your-year-round-escape-with-air-cairo/ Air Cairo is delighted to continue its direct flights from Bratislava to the breathtaking destination of Marsa Alam, offering travelers a seamless gateway to one of Egypt’s most stunning coastal retreats. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/marsa-alam-your-year-round-escape-with-air-cairo/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/exceptional-offer-flights-to-the-dominican-republic-and-vietnam-directly-from-bratislava/ Attention! An extraordinary deal for round-trip flights directly from Bratislava to the Dominican Republic and Vietnam is here! https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/exceptional-offer-flights-to-the-dominican-republic-and-vietnam-directly-from-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/direct-flights-to-exotic-destinations-from-bratislava-now-also-in-business-class/ For the first time in history, direct flights from Bratislava to the Dominican Republic, Vietnam, and Cuba are available without layovers. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/direct-flights-to-exotic-destinations-from-bratislava-now-also-in-business-class/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/most-passengers-in-october-departed-to-london-and-milan/ In October, M. R. Štefánik Airport handled over 133,000 passengers on arrivals and departures combined. The top destinations for passengers departing from Bratislava in the tenth month of the year were London (Stansted and Luton airports), Milan, Hurghada, Malta, and Dublin. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/most-passengers-in-october-departed-to-london-and-milan/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/dreamliner-to-fly-weekly-to-phuket-until-mid-march/ The popular Thai island of Phuket is now directly accessible from Bratislava. A long-haul flight launched from Bratislava's M. R. Štefánik Airport on the night of November 7-8, transporting travelers to this popular destination throughout the winter season until mid-March. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/dreamliner-to-fly-weekly-to-phuket-until-mid-march/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cedok-launches-direct-flights-from-bratislava-to-mauritius/ Today marks a historic milestone for Slovak aviation and tourism as Čedok Travel Agency, in partnership with prestigious airline Neos, carried out the first-ever Dreamliner flight from Bratislava to the exotic island of Mauritius. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cedok-launches-direct-flights-from-bratislava-to-mauritius/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/get-away-this-halloween-best-cities-to-celebrate-like-never-before/ The scariest night of the year is just around the corner and in 2024 the calendar has played in our favour. Halloween falls on a Thursday and Friday, November 1, All Saints' Day, is a national holiday, giving us a long weekend to get away and enjoy a spooky experience. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/get-away-this-halloween-best-cities-to-celebrate-like-never-before/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/w24-25-at-bts-first-dreamliner-flights-business-class-flights-and-12-exotic-destinations/ Starting on October 27, 2024, M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava will introduce several exciting updates in its winter flight schedule. For the first time, direct flights will operate from Bratislava using the Dreamliner, a plane with a capacity of 355 passengers. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/w24-25-at-bts-first-dreamliner-flights-business-class-flights-and-12-exotic-destinations/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-recorded-one-of-the-best-summer-seasons-in-its-history/ During the four summer months, from June to September, M. R. Štefánik Airport handled a total of 1.1 million passengers on arrivals and departures. This is one of the best summer results in the airport's history. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-recorded-one-of-the-best-summer-seasons-in-its-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-to-madeira-and-qatar-now-available-from-bratislava-airport/ This week, M. R. Štefánik airport has come with new air connections to uncommon destinations. On Tuesday, September 24, the first charter flights to the Portuguese island of Madeira launched. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-to-madeira-and-qatar-now-available-from-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/almost-320-000-passengers-handled-in-august-at-the-m-r-stefanik-airport/ In August, M. R. Štefánik airport handled a total of 319,906 passengers at departures and arrivals, which is a three percent increase compared to last August. This is also the third-highest number of passengers handled in August in the airport's history. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/almost-320-000-passengers-handled-in-august-at-the-m-r-stefanik-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-names-italy-as-top-destination-for-slovakian-passengers/ Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (6 Sep) named Italy as one of the top destinations enjoyed by its Slovakian passengers this Summer. Ryanair currently operates at 32 airports across Italy including key cities like Rome and Milan, – both of which you can fly to with regular connections from Bratislava. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-names-italy-as-top-destination-for-slovakian-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cedok-offers-flights-from-bratislava-to-madeira-phuket-and-mauritius-in-w24/ This year's summer season is not yet over, but sales are already starting for the next one in 2025. Čedok has prepared over 15 destinations for Bratislava Airport with new trips planned, for example, to the Greek islands of Zakynthos and Thassos with flights to Kavala Airport. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cedok-offers-flights-from-bratislava-to-madeira-phuket-and-mauritius-in-w24/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/this-july-bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-327-000-passengers/ In the seventh month of the year, M. R. Štefánik Airport processed a total of 327,686 passengers on departures and arrivals. That is a 7% increase compared to last July. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/this-july-bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-327-000-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-reaches-1-million-passenger-milestone/ More than 1,000,000 passengers have been handled on arrivals and departures at M. R. Štefánik Airport since the beginning of the year. The airport surpassed this years' 1 million passenger mark on July 25th with the arrival of passengers from Athens with Aegean Airlines. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-reaches-1-million-passenger-milestone/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-june-results-for-bratislava-airport-more-than-246-000-passengers/ Bratislava airport processed a record 246,000 travellers in June, an increase of 14 percent year-on-year. BTS has managed to process more than 200,000 passengers in June only seven times since its creation in 1951, and this June exceeded all previous records. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/record-june-results-for-bratislava-airport-more-than-246-000-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-launches-security-fast-track-for-ryanair-flights/ Bratislava Airport introduced a new service for passengers - Security Fast Track. It is available for Ryanair passengers departing from Bratislava. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-launches-security-fast-track-for-ryanair-flights/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/pegasus-to-increase-frequency-of-flights-between-bratislava-and-istanbul/ Pegasus Airlines, the Turkish carrier, has announced an increase in the frequency of its flights on the Bratislava-Istanbul route. The airline will expand its services from two flights a week to three, adding an additional flight on Friday to its existing schedule (Wednesday, Sunday). https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/pegasus-to-increase-frequency-of-flights-between-bratislava-and-istanbul/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-to-podgorica-montenegro-already-in-operation/ Travellers departing from M. R. Štefánik Airport can once again enjoy regular direct flights from Bratislava to Podgorica, Montenegro, this year. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-from-bratislava-to-podgorica-montenegro-already-in-operation/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-almost-500-thousand-passengers-in-5-months/ From January to the end of May 2024, M. R. Štefánik Airport handled a total of 487,094 passengers on departures and arrivals. That is an 8 percent increase compared to the same period last year, when 452,647 persons were handled. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-almost-500-thousand-passengers-in-5-months/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/smartwings-launched-scheduled-destinations-from-bts-for-s24/ As of June, Smartwings launched summer scheduled destinations from Bratislava. The carrier operates charter flights to favourite summer destinations as well. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/smartwings-launched-scheduled-destinations-from-bts-for-s24/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/direct-flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-qatar/ A new exotic destination will be available at Bratislava Airport. Travellers will be able to fly directly from Bratislava to Qatar on the Arabian Peninsula without a layover at the end of September. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/direct-flights-from-bratislava-airport-to-qatar/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/pegasus-launches-direct-route-from-istanbul-to-bratislava/ Pegasus, one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines, has launched a new route between Istanbul, and the Slovakian capital, Bratislava. The new direct service between Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Bratislava Airport will operate twice weekly as of 15 May 2024. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/pegasus-launches-direct-route-from-istanbul-to-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-will-be-connected-directly-to-istanbul-turkey/ From May of this year, a new destination will be available at the Bratislava M. R. Štefánik Airport - a flight directly to the Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-will-be-connected-directly-to-istanbul-turkey/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-launches-behind-the-scences-podcast/ As of April, Bratislava Airport launches its own podcast Zijeme letiskom. Once monthly, the podcast will bring listeners into the inner workings of the biggest airport in Slovakia. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-launches-behind-the-scences-podcast/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/successful-year-2023-the-airport-handled-more-than-1-8-million-passengers/ BRATISLAVA – Airport Bratislava has had another successful year, which confirms the interest of Slovaks in air travel or holidays. In 2023, Bratislava Airport handled a total of 1 813 660 passengers on departures and arrivals. The passenger renewal rate reached 79 % compared to the pre-pandemic year 2019. This is a 29 % increase compared to 2022. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/successful-year-2023-the-airport-handled-more-than-1-8-million-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-s-15-millionth-passenger-has-crossed-the-gates-of-bratislava-airport/ BRATISLAVA - The 15-millionth passenger of the largest low-cost airline in Europe, Ryanair, passed through the gates of M. R. Štefánik Airport today. The anniversary passenger was Monika Šírová, who had purchased a ticket on the Bratislava - Thessaloniki/Thessaloniki route with a scheduled departure at 14.55, operated by the Irish airline. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-s-15-millionth-passenger-has-crossed-the-gates-of-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/first-ever-scheduled-charter-flights-with-airbus-a350-900-long-haul-aircraft-from-bratislava/ The DER Touristik SK, a. s. group, in close cooperation with Bratislava Airport, has brought the far-flung exotic destinations of Cuba, the Dominican Republic and Vietnam to the Slovak travel market. From today onwards, the Airbus A350-900 of the Spanish company World2Fly, which is one of the most modern and economical aircraft, will be used for flights. This is the first ever regular connection with an aircraft deployed for long-haul flights from Bratislava Airport. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/first-ever-scheduled-charter-flights-with-airbus-a350-900-long-haul-aircraft-from-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/aegean-the-airline-that-knows-greece-best-launches-direct-flights-to-athens/ BRATISLAVA - Another direct flight connection was added at M. R. Štefánik Airport last night, this time directly to the Greek capital, Athens. AEGEAN a member of Star Alliance, with the well awarded loyalty scheme, just announced a new regular service. The Greek airline is considered one of the best regional carriers and is highly praised for its air service, which includes the option to purchase a business class ticket. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/aegean-the-airline-that-knows-greece-best-launches-direct-flights-to-athens/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-450-000-passengers-in-5-months-of-2023/ BRATISLAVA – Slovaks are interested in air travel even at the beginning of the season, as evidenced by the number of passengers that M. R. Stefanik Airport handled this year. More precisely, in May, 124,270 passengers were served, including departures and arrivals. This is 24 % increase compared to May 2022. The renewal rate of the number of passengers for the same period from 2019 thus amounts to 74 %. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-450-000-passengers-in-5-months-of-2023/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/online-booking-for-parking-place-directly-at-the-bratislava-airport/ BRATISLAVA – M. R. Stefanik Airport has prepared a novelty for passengers for the summer, in the form of reservation of parking places through an online booking system. For passengers who are going on flight vacation or business trip, this means a guaranteed parking place and safe parking at the same time. Parking lots at Bratislava airport are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/online-booking-for-parking-place-directly-at-the-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/what-to-look-out-for-before-leaving-for-vacation/ BRATISLAVA – The main holiday season is starting, and many are preparing for an air vacation. However, it ends every year for many Slovaks even before the actual departure. The reason is that the passenger is not allowed to depart for several reasons. M.R. Stefanik Airport therefore presents several tips for a smooth departure to the desired destination. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/what-to-look-out-for-before-leaving-for-vacation/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-115-000-passengers-in-april/ BRATISLAVA – The M.R. Stefanik Airport handled a total of 115,819 passengers on arrival and departure in the month of April. Compared to April 2022, this is a 31% increase. The renewal rate of the number of passengers for the same period of year 2019 thus amounts to 74%. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-handled-more-than-115-000-passengers-in-april/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-processed-a-total-of-212-558-travellers-in-the-first-quarter-of-2023/ M. R. Stefanik airport in Bratislava processed a total of 212,558 travellers, both inbound and outbound, in the first quarter of this year. In March alone the Bratislava airport handled 80,015 passengers, which is an increase of 36 percent year-on-year. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/m-r-stefanik-airport-processed-a-total-of-212-558-travellers-in-the-first-quarter-of-2023/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-inaugural-flight-of-the-new-regular-route-bratislava-marsa-alam/ BRATISLAVA – On Friday, March 31, a regular flight connection to the vacation destination of Marsa Alam, in Egypt started at M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava. The line is operated by an airline company Air Cairo. Representatives of this airline together with the management of Bratislava Airport welcomed the first passengers who have travelled to the Egyptian resort. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-inaugural-flight-of-the-new-regular-route-bratislava-marsa-alam/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-regular-flight-connection-bratislava-kaunas-has-started/ BRATISLAVA – A new flight connection was added to the M. R. Štefánik Airport today, which will connect Bratislava with the second largest Lithuanian city, Kaunas. Slovaks have a unique opportunity to get to know the pleasant Baltic region. At the same time, through cooperation with the Bratislava Tourist Board (BTB), the attractions of our capital will be promoted in Lithuania. Bratislava thus gains an opportunity to reach more foreign visitors. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-regular-flight-connection-bratislava-kaunas-has-started/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-summer-flight-season-brings-37-regular-flight-connections-from-bts/ BRATISLAVA – From Sunday, March 26, the summer flight season starts at M. R. Štefánik Airport, which brings 37 direct routes, of which 4 are new regular routes that you can easily reach from Bratislava. The flight schedule in aviation changes 2 times a year, together with the time change. The summer flight schedule will be valid until the next time change, i.e. until October 28, 2023. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-summer-flight-season-brings-37-regular-flight-connections-from-bts/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/warning-about-fake-pages-of-m-r-stefanik-airport-in-bratislava/ BRATISLAVA – Bratislava Airport draws attention to websites that copy the content of the official Bratislava Airport website in Bratislava. Specifically, these are the sites: Bratislava Airport (bratislavaletisko.sk) and Bratislava Airport - information and ticket booking (bratislava-airport.sk). These websites are not the official pages of the Bratislava Airport and contain inaccurate information. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/warning-about-fake-pages-of-m-r-stefanik-airport-in-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/almost-64-000-passengers-were-handled-at-the-bratislava-airport-in-february/ BRATISLAVA – In the second month of 2023, the Bratislava Airport served a total of 63,631 passengers on arrival and departure. The renewal rate of the number of passengers for the same period from 2019 represents 53%. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/almost-64-000-passengers-were-handled-at-the-bratislava-airport-in-february/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/in-january-bratislava-airport-handled-almost-70-000-passengers/ BRATISLAVA – Bratislava Airport handled a total of 68,912 passengers on arrival and departure in the first month of 2023. The renewal rate of the number of passengers for the same period from 2019 thus represents 55%. Compared to January 2022, this is an increase of up to 94%. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/in-january-bratislava-airport-handled-almost-70-000-passengers/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-bratislava-airport-handled-1-4-million-passengers-in-2022/ BRATISLAVA – After two challenging years of the pandemic, the Bratislava Airport achieved an excellent result in 2022, namely 1.4 million transported passengers, including departures and arrivals. More precisely, 1,406,284 passengers, which represents almost triple the number of passengers compared to year 2021. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/the-bratislava-airport-handled-1-4-million-passengers-in-2022/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/from-march-a-regular-route-to-the-egyptian-marsa-alam-and-charter-flights-to-marsa-matruh/ BRATISLAVA – At Bratislava airport, another direct line will be added to a vacation destination, Marsa Alam in Egypt. In addition to the existing route to Hurghada, another connection will be added within the sought-after holiday destinations in this country. The air connection will be operated by Air Cairo. There will be flights to Marsa Alam twice a week, on Tuesday and Friday. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/from-march-a-regular-route-to-the-egyptian-marsa-alam-and-charter-flights-to-marsa-matruh/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-unveils-bratislava-summer-schedule/ Ryanair, Europe and Slovakia’s No.1 airline, today, (26th May) announced its Bratislava Summer schedule, with 21 routes, including 5 new Summer routes to exciting destinations including Sofia, Lanzarote, Trapani, and Zagreb. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-unveils-bratislava-summer-schedule/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-80-of-pre-covid-network-is-back-in-s22/ Bratislava Airport´s summer network is almost back to its pre-Covid normal. 70% of scheduled destinations will be the same as 2019, and with 6 new additions replacing some of the discontinued routes, the scheduled network will stand at 80% of 2019. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-80-of-pre-covid-network-is-back-in-s22/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/smartwings-will-operate-direct-route-to-dubai/ From October 24th, Smartwings will start operating scheduled flights from Bratislava to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. During the winter, the route will be available once a week on Sundays. The direct flight, which will take approximately 5.5 hours, will be operated by a modern Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/smartwings-will-operate-direct-route-to-dubai/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/measures-during-visit-of-pope-francis-in-slovakia/ M. R. Štefánik Airport in Bratislava reminds all passengers about the traffic restrictions which are planned for 12 - 15 September 2021 in relation to visit of Pope Francis in Slovakia. We highly recommend all passengers to arrive at the airport at least 2.5 hours before their departure and take into account possible delays when traveling to / from the airport. The airport is thoroughly preparing for the visit of the Holy Father in cooperation with the other participating units. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/measures-during-visit-of-pope-francis-in-slovakia/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-ryanair-routes-to-denmark-and-canaries/ Two new routes from Bratislava to Copenhagen (Denmark) and Lanzarote (Canary Islands) were announced by Ryanair for the winter flight schedule 2021. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-ryanair-routes-to-denmark-and-canaries/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/travel-to-the-slovak-republic-after-november-26-2020-outdated/ If you enter the territory of the Slovak Republic starting 26. November 2020, 7:00 a.m. and in the past 14 days you have visited a country that is not on the list of less risky (safe) countries, self-isolation or negative RT-PCR tests are needed. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/travel-to-the-slovak-republic-after-november-26-2020-outdated/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flydubai-will-not-operate-flights-to-bratislava-in-w20-21/ flydubai will not operate flights to Bratislava as part of its winter schedule. It will continue to monitor future opportunities to operate and any new route updates will be published on flydubai.com, said flydubai spokesperson. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flydubai-will-not-operate-flights-to-bratislava-in-w20-21/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/conditions-of-entry-to-slovakia-outdated/ All persons who arrive to Slovakia by airplane are obliged to fill in the registration form: Public Health Passenger Locator Form and to obey all epidemiological measures as ordered by the Public Health Authority of the Slovak Republic. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/conditions-of-entry-to-slovakia-outdated/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-resumes-operations-from-bratislava/ Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, on 4th July operated its first post-Covid flight from Bratislava to Paphos after 4 months grounded. A Paphos flight marked the first of Ryanair’s Summer 2020 schedule for Bratislava, which now includes 12 routes. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-resumes-operations-from-bratislava/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/we-are-happy-to-welcome-our-long-term-and-stable-partner-ryanair-back-at-bratislava-airport/ Allowed scheduled flights to/from Bratislava Airport are as follows: Cyprus - Paphos, Greece - Thessaloniki, Corfu, Ireland - Dublin, Spain - Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Italy - Alghero, Bulgaria - Bourgas, Sofia - flights allowed, home quarantine needed after arrival. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/we-are-happy-to-welcome-our-long-term-and-stable-partner-ryanair-back-at-bratislava-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-to-italy-spain-ireland-bulgaria-greece-cyprus-allowed/ Allowed scheduled flights to/from Bratislava Airport are as follows: Cyprus - Paphos, Greece - Thessaloniki, Corfu, Ireland - Dublin, Spain - Palma de Mallorca, Malaga, Italy - Alghero, Bulgaria - Bourgas, Sofia - flights allowed, home quarantine needed after arrival. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/flights-to-italy-spain-ireland-bulgaria-greece-cyprus-allowed/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/commission-launches-a-website-to-safely-resume-travelling-in-eu/ European Commission is launching ‘Re-open EU', a web platform to support a safe relaunch of travelling and tourism across Europe. It will provide real-time information on borders and available means of transport and tourism services in Member States. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/commission-launches-a-website-to-safely-resume-travelling-in-eu/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-commercial-air-traffic-resumed/ First passengers departed today from Bratislava M. R. Stefanik Airport after 3-months long flight-ban. The very first scheduled regular flight since re-opening of Slovak boarders and lifting the ban on commercial air traffic to and from Slovakia took off today from Bratislava M. R. Stefanik Airport. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-commercial-air-traffic-resumed/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-restores-bratislava-scheduled-flights-from-1-july/ Ryanair, Europe’s No. 1 airline, today (11th June) announced it will restore 12 routes to/from Bratislava commencing 1st July, as part of Ryanair’s summer 2020 schedule. As Slovakia prepares to relax travelling conditions, Ryanair encourages holidaymakers to start planning a summer getaway. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/ryanair-restores-bratislava-scheduled-flights-from-1-july/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-runway-reconstruction-postponed/ A decision has been adopted to postpone the planned reconstruction of intersection of runways 04-22 and 13-31 at Bratislava M. R. Stefanik Airport, which was originally scheduled to start on 21st April 2020. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-runway-reconstruction-postponed/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-44-increase-in-freight-and-39-353-passengers-handled-in-march-2020/ March traffic -70% down as International passenger flights to and from Slovak Republic was banned as of 13th March 2020. Slovak airports remain closed for commercial passenger traffic until further notice. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-44-increase-in-freight-and-39-353-passengers-handled-in-march-2020/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/civil-flights-to-slovakia-are-prohibited-as-of-march-13/ Bratislava Airport is closed for all scheduled and charter flights as of March 13 until March 27, at least. No flights operations to/from Bratislava at this period. Please check your airline for more information. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/civil-flights-to-slovakia-are-prohibited-as-of-march-13/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/covid-19-current-preventive-measures-at-the-airport/ As of 9 March, all arrivals from Italy and departures to Italy have been banned as a precaution against COVID-19. Temperature screening of passengers arriving at the Bratislava airport is carried out in the arrivals hall; questionnaires are filled in on board. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/covid-19-current-preventive-measures-at-the-airport/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-ahead-of-major-runway-reconstruction/ Bratislava Airport will run its annual round of runway- and taxiway- facelifts in early spring, which will require a series of night-operations restrictions mid-April and at the end of May. This year however, there are works planned in the runways intersection, which will see the airport completely closed for almost two weeks in late April 2020. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-ahead-of-major-runway-reconstruction/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-winter-flight-schedule-2019-2020/ New route to Odessa, Ukraine, Italian Alghero in Sardinia, Dutch Eindhoven, daily flights to Moscow and again Eilat-Ramon in Israel. These are the news of the winter timetable, which will start at Bratislava Airport with the change of time, from 27 October. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bratislava-airport-winter-flight-schedule-2019-2020/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cyprus-airways-to-launch-new-routes-to-rhodes-and-corfu/ Cyprus Airways announces the launch of ticket sales for summer 2020. The company will operate direct flights between Bratislava and Larnaca, Corfu, Rhodes. Customers can visit Company’s website on cyprusairways.com to view the full flight schedule of all Cyprus Airways destinations. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cyprus-airways-to-launch-new-routes-to-rhodes-and-corfu/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-wizz-route-from-bts-to-odessa-ukraine/ Wizz Air is pleased to announce today new services from Odesa International Airport to Bratislava in Slovakia. The operations of the new route will start in November 3rd. The fare starts from just EUR 14.99 / UAH 429*. By adding Odesa to its fast-growing network, Wizz Air continues to invest and further diversify its network in Ukraine. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-wizz-route-from-bts-to-odessa-ukraine/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cyprus-airways-inaugural-flight-from-larnaca-to-bts/ Cyprus Airways' inaugural flight from Larnaca to Bratislava took place on June 8th. The flight departed from Larnaca at 06:00 in the morning and landed in Bratislava at 08:00. Bratislava Airport welcomed Cyprus Airways aircraft with the ceremonial water cannon salute and traditional ribbon cutting. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/cyprus-airways-inaugural-flight-from-larnaca-to-bts/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/47-direct-scheduled-routes-available-this-summer-from-bts/ New airline Cyprus Airways with regular flights to Larnaca and double-daily flights to Antalya with Smartwings are among the key highlights on offer from Bratislava this summer. As many as 47 regular connections to 41 destinations in 18 countries will be served from BTS in S19 season. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/47-direct-scheduled-routes-available-this-summer-from-bts/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-handled-last-year-the-biggest-number-of-passengers-in-history/ Bratislava M. R. Štefánik Airport handled the biggest annual volume of passengers in its history! The airport handled the total of 2 292 712 passengers on arrival and departure in 2018, which is the highest annual number of passengers since the establishment of the airport in 1951, it means in 67 years! https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/bts-handled-last-year-the-biggest-number-of-passengers-in-history/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/passenger-number-increased-by-18-in-november/ Bratislava Airport handled a total of 139,879 passengers in November. It is the highest number of passengers in November in the last ten years and the second highest November result in the history of the airport! https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/passenger-number-increased-by-18-in-november/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-introduces-new-baggage-policy-as-of-november/ Wizz Air today announces its new and transparent baggage policy which is aimed at easing boarding for passengers and which guarantees all passengers to bring one free carry-on bag into the aircraft cabin on all Wizz Air flights, from 1 November 2018. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-introduces-new-baggage-policy-as-of-november/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-bag-policy-from-november-will-cut-check-bag-fees/ Ryanair announced plans to cut check bag fees by introducing a lower cost €/£8 x10kg check bag service (currently €/£25 x20kg) and reduce the volume of free 2nd gate bags which has been causing flight delays. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/new-bag-policy-from-november-will-cut-check-bag-fees/ https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-launches-new-service-from-bratislava-to-lviv/ Wizz Air, one of Europe’s fastest growing airline announces the launch of a new route from Bratislava to Lviv (Ukraine). The route is one of the 11* new services announced across Wizz Air’s far-reaching network today. https://www.bts.aero/en/airport/press/latest-news/wizz-air-launches-new-service-from-bratislava-to-lviv/