Istanbul Airport Posts Fastest Growth Among Busiest Hubs

Istanbul airport posted the biggest jump in passenger numbers among the world’s major hubs last year, expanding almost one-third faster than the next-best performer as it captures traffic from Europe rivals.

Istanbul’s near 21 percent increase in passenger numbers to 45.1 million made it one of only six airports among the top 30 to post a double-digit gain, according to figures from Airports Council International. Dubai ranked second for growth, with a 13.2 percent increase to 57.7 million people.