The European aviation sector shows strong growth in 2025, with Istanbul Airport leading as the busiest. London Heathrow and Paris Charles de Gaulle follow, maintaining major international roles. Southern European airports and rapid growth at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen and Munich indicate significant trends within the continent’s aviation network.
Etihad Airways will expand its European network in summer 2026 by increasing flights to both Dublin and Prague. The enhancements, incorporating aircraft such as the Boeing 777-300ER and 787-9, align with the airline’s strategy to position Abu Dhabi as a leading transit hub and to optimize capacity on selected Asian routes, thereby strengthening global connectivity.
