The airport, which was opened in 1925,[2] handles regional flights around the Alps, as well as seasonal international traffic to further European destinations.

During the winter, activity increases significantly, due to the high number of skiers travelling to the region.

In February 2017, it was announced that the current passenger terminal, which was inaugurated for the 1964 Winter Olympics will be replaced with a new, larger facility which started construction in 2019.

[4] The approach and descent is a very complicated process—the Alps create vicious winds and currents, which pilots have to deal with throughout the process.

[5] Approach or ascent over the eastern end of the runway goes over the inner city at fairly low altitude.