Direct Flights from Belgrade to Tbilisi: How Georgia's Aviation Map is Expanding

Starting June 15, 2025, direct air service between Belgrade and Tbilisi has officially launched for the first time. Serbia’s national carrier, Air Serbia, will operate flights three times per week: departing Belgrade on Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays, and returning from Tbilisi on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays (Air Serbia).

The launch ceremony was attended by officials from both countries. Serbian ministers and Georgian diplomats gathered in Belgrade, while in Tbilisi, the inaugural flight was welcomed by Serbia's Ambassador Tatjana Panajotović Cvetković, the honorary consul, and Georgian government representatives.

According to Air Serbia’s CEO Jiří Marek, comprehensive market analysis showed steady growth in passenger flow between Serbia and Georgia. The new route also opens additional options for travelers from Europe and North America connecting to the Caucasus region via Belgrade. The opening of this route coincides with the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Serbian Infrastructure Minister Aleksandra Sofronijević emphasized that improved air connectivity supports not only economic development but also strengthens international partnerships. The Tbilisi route is part of Serbia’s broader strategy to develop into a regional logistics hub.

In addition to serving Belgrade-Tbilisi passengers, the route offers wide-ranging transfer opportunities for Georgian travelers heading to major Western and Central European destinations, including Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Zurich, Milan, Paris, Frankfurt, Copenhagen, Prague, Oslo, and more. Air Serbia highlights that the new connection significantly shortens travel times and improves regional accessibility.

Tbilisi, as Air Serbia emphasizes, offers year-round appeal thanks to its rich cultural heritage and mild climate, while Belgrade itself presents a new tourist destination for Georgian travelers.

Broader Expansion of Georgia’s Flight Network

Beyond the Belgrade route, Georgia is actively expanding its aviation geography. Several major international carriers have recently entered the market. According to Georgia’s Civil Aviation Agency, British Airways and easyJet have launched new flights to Tbilisi from London (Luton), Geneva, and Milan (GCAA - British Airways).

As of April 12, Edelweiss Air, part of the Lufthansa Group, also began operating the Zurich – Tbilisi – Zurich route (GCAA - Edelweiss).

Georgia is simultaneously strengthening its ties with Asia. According to The Astana Times, Air Astana launched direct Atyrau – Tbilisi flights on May 27, 2025, operating three times a week. Uzbek carrier Air Samarkand also expanded its international network in spring 2025, introducing charter routes to Tbilisi and Batumi (Air Cargo Week - Air Samarkand).

Starting in August, India’s IndiGo airline will begin operating direct flights from Mumbai to Tbilisi three times per week (Travel and Tour World).

Record Passenger Traffic Growth

According to Georgia’s Civil Aviation Agency, between January and April 2025, Georgia’s airports handled 2,189,558 passengers — a 13% increase over the same period in 2024 (International Investment). Tbilisi Airport alone processed 1,442,458 passengers (+13%), Kutaisi handled 506,564 (+2%), and Batumi saw the highest surge at 233,725 passengers (+44%). In total, 10,082 flights were operated (+15%), including 7,744 scheduled and 2,338 charter flights. Cargo volumes grew 61% to 10,599 tons.

As of May 1, 2025, 61 airlines operate in Georgia, offering 96 destinations. Georgian authorities plan to further expand air connectivity as international demand continues to rise. Additionally, Georgia’s airports are increasingly used as convenient transfer hubs for long-haul travelers.