Bratislava Airport Reports Strongest Financial Performance in 17 Years

“For the second consecutive year, Bratislava Airport has delivered a positive financial result, confirming that the strategic direction we have taken is delivering tangible results. After many years of reporting losses driven largely by high operating costs, including energy, personnel expenses, depreciation and financing costs, we have successfully returned the airport to sustainable profitability,” said Dušan Novota, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of M. R. Štefánik Airport.

The airport handled 2,438,215 passengers in 2025, representing a 25% increase compared with 2024. The continued growth in passenger volumes translated into higher aviation activity and stronger commercial performance across the business.

Aeronautical revenue increased by 6% year-on-year to EUR 29.882 million (2024: EUR 28.098 million), accounting for 67% of the airport’s total operating revenue. Growth was driven primarily by higher passenger numbers, increased aircraft movements, stronger demand for ground handling services, higher landing fee revenue and expanding air cargo-related activities. The deployment of aircraft with higher maximum take-off weights also contributed to the increase in aviation revenue, while revenue from aircraft parking remained broadly stable.

Alongside its aviation business, Bratislava Airport continued to strengthen its commercial activities to reduce the impact of seasonal fluctuations in air traffic. Non-aeronautical revenue grew by 13% to EUR 10.028 million (2024: EUR 8.868 million), representing 22% of total operating revenue. The strongest growth was generated by commercial property leasing, fuel storage services and car parking operations.

Overall, the airport generated total operating revenue of EUR 44.798 million, an increase of 2% compared with the previous year.

Operating expenses amounted to EUR 41.267 million, up 9% year-on-year, reflecting higher business activity, increased personnel costs and continued investment in operational capability. Depreciation and amortisation declined compared with 2024.

The allocation of the company’s net profit after tax of EUR 3.583 million will be decided by the General Meeting of Shareholders.

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