The airport is largely used for international and domestic flights, but caters to private, amateur sport and air ambulance flights. Žilina airport often serves as a primary training airport for students at the University of Žilina majoring in air transport-related studies.
The airport primarily serves both international and domestic flights, but it also accommodates private, amateur aviation and air rescue operations. Žilina airport frequently acts as a primary training site for students studying air transportation at the University of Žilina.