Tirana International Airport (TIA) announced a historic milestone Thursday, reporting its busiest day on record: 298 flights and 50,892 passengers passed through its terminal in a single day.

This achievement marks a major success for the airport and underscores the growing capacity and efficiency of Albania’s aviation infrastructure.

“Our mission remains the same: connecting Albania to the world,” TIA said in an official statement, expressing gratitude to its professional team and the passengers who choose the airport daily as their point of departure or arrival.

The continued rise in air traffic is accompanied by expanded destinations, improved services, and ongoing infrastructure investments, solidifying TIA’s role as a critical regional hub.

With consistent growth in both flight operations and passenger numbers, Albania’s air sector is evolving into a vital pillar of the country’s connectivity and tourism strategy.

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“Reborn tourist Albania is increasingly gaining worldwide recognition,” PM Rama said releasing the latest AIC Report for March 2024.

The government head underlined that April was another positive month for tourism, highlighting the surge in visitor numbers and revenue.

Rama also pointed out the economic benefits, with household incomes rising for individuals involved in the tourism industry. Investments in hospitality infrastructure are on the rise, leading to more job opportunities and higher wages in the service sector.

According to ACI data on passenger traffic versus the pre-pandemic period in 2019, Albania’s passenger traffic rose 260.8% in April 2024.

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