Tuesday, January 28, 2025 Bratislava International Airport is set to expand its operations significantly, with new routes poised to increase passenger numbers by 1.1 million annually. This growth is driven by a $100 million investment from Ryanair, alongside additional contributions from Norwegian and Pegasus Airlines, supported by the Slovak government.
The expansion underscores Slovakia’s commitment to enhancing its air connectivity and supporting economic growth. Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, will launch five new routes from Bratislava to Bari, Gdansk, Milan Malpensa, Skiathos, and Zadar in the summer of 2025. These additions will grow the airport’s capacity by 25%, creating 1,000 local jobs, including 90 highly paid aviation roles.
The carrier will also add a third aircraft to its Bratislava-based fleet, enhancing operational efficiency and passenger options. Dusan Novota, CEO of Bratislava Airport, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “After intensive negotiations with Ryanair, we managed to expand the network of routes from Bratislava. Passengers will now have access to Milan, Gdansk, Bari, Skiathos, and Zadar, further enriching travel options for both Slovak holidaymakers and inbound tourists.
” Norwegian Airlines will reintroduce a direct route from Bratislava to Copenhagen Airport, starting June 28, 2025, with two weekly flights on Tuesdays and Saturdays. This route, last operated a decade ago, reconnects Slovakian travelers with th.