Batumi Airport Passenger Traffic Up 10% to 1.1 Million in Nine Months

By Mariam Lomidze, Culture & Events Reporter · 22/10/2026

Batumi International Airport handled approximately 1.1 million passengers in the first nine months of 2026, a 10 percent increase compared with the same period last year, according to newly released figures. The growth reflects rising demand for flights to the Black Sea coastal city, a key gateway for travellers heading to Adjara and the wider western Georgia region.

The increase in passenger numbers suggests airlines have been adding capacity or frequency on routes serving Batumi, a popular entry point for visitors combining a beach stay with trips to Mtirala National Park, the Botanical Garden, or mountain routes toward Goderdzi Pass and Khulo. Higher traffic volumes typically accompany expanded seasonal schedules from European and regional carriers.

No specific airline names, routes, or capacity changes were detailed in the figures, but the double-digit growth points to continued strengthening of Batumi as an air travel hub alongside Tbilisi and Kutaisi.

What it means for travellers

Expect more flight options and competitive fares into Batumi during peak season.

Book accommodation and car rental early, as rising passenger numbers may mean busier periods at the airport and in the city.

Check with your airline for updated schedules, as capacity on Batumi routes appears to be increasing.

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