Georgian Deputy Economy Minister: Wizz Air has made significant contribution to Kutaisi Airport’s development

Tamar Ioseliani, Georgia’s Deputy Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development, on Tuesday marked the 14th anniversary of Kutaisi International Airport and the 10th anniversary of the establishment of Wizz Air’s base at the airport, saying the two milestones were closely and uniquely linked.

In her remarks, Ioseliani noted that the first flight from Kutaisi International Airport was operated by Wizz Air to Kyiv, while the establishment of the airline’s first base at the airport in 2016 marked a crucial step in the airport’s development.

“We have grown from seven routes to 24 in cooperation with our key strategic partner, which is highly significant. Overall, we now fly to 31 cities across 16 countries. It is also worth noting that Wizz Air, the airport’s primary partner, has made a substantial contribution to the development of Kutaisi International Airport over the years. This is clearly reflected in the figures and evident in the results”, Ioseliani said.

“In 2023, Kutaisi International Airport served 1.6 million passengers; in 2024, we served approximately 1.7 million passengers; and in 2025, we saw very impressive figures, with more than 1.8 million passengers served”, she continued.

Ioseliani also highlighted the continued positive trend in passenger traffic at Kutaisi International Airport in 2026, noting that the airport recorded strong figures during the first eight months of the year.

“Despite the challenges facing the global aviation sector, Kutaisi International Airport is maintaining its high standards”, she concluded.