Kacir said the airport is preparing for future growth through investments including a second runway, new apron areas, terminal expansion projects and digital transformation initiatives.
He also thanked air traffic controllers, airlines, ground handling companies, airport personnel and other stakeholders for their contribution to the airport’s performance.
Located on the Asian side of Istanbul, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is one of Türkiye’s busiest aviation hubs, serving both domestic and international destinations.
The airport handled 48.4 million passengers in 2025, including 21.2 million on domestic routes and 27.2 million on international flights, according to airport data.
