Ercan International Airport in Northern Cyprus only serves Turkish flights due to political conflicts.
The airport has a long history, dating back to the Second World War when it operated as a military airbase.
Despite its operational limitations, Ercan Airport recently underwent significant expansion, including a new terminal and extended runway.
In the unrecognized de facto state of Northern Cyprus, there is an international airport that only serves aircraft and flights from Turkey. Ercan International Airport (ECN), or Lefkoşa Airport, as it is commonly referred to, is the main civilian airport in Northern Cyprus. It is situated about 8.1 mi (13 km) east of Nicosia.