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Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport opened in 2018 and replaced the city's existing main airport in early 2019. The airport has quickly made a name for itself, claiming the top spot as Europe's busiest airport in 2021. (Featured image: IGA)

Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport

IATA/ICAO Code
IST/LTFM
Country
Turkey
CEO
Kadri Samsunlu
Passenger Count
37,176,509 (2021)
Runways
16L/34R - 3,750m (12,303ft) | 16R/34L - 3,750m (12,303ft) | 17L/35R - 4,100m (13,451ft) | 17R/35L - 4,100m (13,451ft) | 18/36 - 3,060m (10,039ft)

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