Tajikistan's international airports experienced a significant decline in operational performance in 2025, handling a total of 2,963,000 passengers. According to the country's Civil Aviation Agency, this is 399,000 passengers (or 12%) fewer than in 2024, Avesta.tj reports.
According to the official report, the country's airports operated 11,567 flights last year. Compared to the previous period, flight activity decreased by 170 flights. Agency experts attribute the negative trend to a combination of factors, including:
- Fluctuations in the international air travel system;
- Changes in consumer demand for air travel;
- Schedule adjustments by foreign and national carriers.
The decline also affected the logistics sector. The cargo terminal at Dushanbe International Airport handled 2,394 tons of mail and cargo, 233 tons less than in 2024. There is a significant imbalance in the cargo turnover structure in favor of imported goods:
- Imports: 2,048 tons;
- Exports: 346 tons.
"Despite the decline in quantitative indicators, ensuring flight safety and maintaining international service standards remains a priority," the Civil Aviation Agency emphasized.
The agency also noted that systematic work is currently underway to modernize the infrastructure. Expanding airport technical capabilities and improving service are expected to enable the industry to return to growth in the near future.
CentralasianLIGHT.org
January 28, 2026