Zagreb Airport kicked off the year with impressive growth, handling 280,542 passengers in January—an increase of 12.4 percent compared to the same month last year. This surge saw nearly 31,000 more travelers pass through its terminals. Aircraft movements also rose to 3,642, marking a 2.5 percent uptick.

A key factor in the strong start to the year was the World Handball Championship, which brought an influx of visitors to the Croatian capital. The tournament likely contributed to the higher passenger numbers, boosting travel demand during January.

Looking ahead, the airport aims to surpass 4.7 million passengers in 2025, targeting an annual growth rate of around 10 percent, according to a statement to EX-YU Aviation News. February is also expected to bring further gains, supported by a 4.9 percent rise in scheduled seat capacity.