See the top 20 best Airports in World as Doha Hamad Airport takes number 1 for 2024
Skytrax has ranked all the major airports in the world and below are the top 20 best airports. Strikingly, no US, UK, Indian, Russian or African airport is on the top 20. Doha’s Hamad International Airport was named the World’s Best Airport 2024 in the World Airport Awards, held at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Frankfurt on 17th April 2024. The Airport also won awards for the World’s Best Airport Shopping and the Best Airport in the Middle East.
Cape Town Airport in South Africa was named Best Airport Staff in Africa, Best Airport in Africa and the The Cleanest Airport in Africa. Houston Airport System was acknowledged for providing the World’s Best Airport Art while For the A-Z of award winners visit here
THE WORLD’S TOP 20 AIRPORTS FOR 2024
- Doha Hamad Airport – Doha, Qatar
- Singapore Changi Airport – Singapore
- Seoul Incheon Airport – Seoul, South Korea
- Tokyo Haneda Airport – Tokyo, Japan
- Tokyo Narita Airport – Tokyo, Japan
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport – Paris, France
- Dubai Airport – Dubai, UAE
- Munich Airport – Munich, Germany
- Zurich Airport – Zurich, Switzerland
- Istanbul Airport – Istanbul, Turkiye
- Hong Kong Airport – Hong Kong
- Rome Fiumicino Airport – Rome, Italy
- Vienna Airport – Vienna, Austria
- Helsinki-Vantaa – Helsinki, Finland
- Madrid-Barajas – Madrid, Span
- Centrair Nagoya Airport – Nagoya, Japan
- Vancouver Airport – Vancouver, Canada
- Kansai Airport – Kansai, Japan
- Melbourne Airport – Melbourne, Australia
- Copenhagen Airport – Copenhagen, Denmark
BEST AIRPORTS BY PASSENGER NUMBERS
The highest ranked Airports by passenger numbers in 2024 are:
- ★ 70+ million passengers – Tokyo International Airport (Haneda)
- ★ 60 to 70 million passengers – Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
- ★ 50 to 60 million passengers – Singapore Changi Airport
- ★ 40 to 50 million passengers – Hamad International Airport
- ★ 30 to 40 million passengers – Narita International Airport
- ★ 20 to 30 million passengers – Zurich Airport
- ★ 10 to 20 million passengers – Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
- ★ 5 to 10 million passengers – Chubu Centrair International Airport
- ★ Less than 5 million passengers – Durban King Shaka International Airport
DETAILS
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Badr Al Meer expressed his gratitude as HIA celebrates its significant tenth year of operations. He mentioned that they are truly honored to have been voted as the Best Airport in the World for the third time by passengers. Additionally, they are thrilled to have received top awards for Best Airport Shopping and Best Airport in the Middle East for the second consecutive time and tenth time respectively.
These prestigious awards from Skytrax reflect the hard work and dedication of their employees who continuously strive to innovate and maintain their leading position. Al Meer emphasized that their talented team is committed to providing an excellent passenger experience with unique shopping and dining options, all within their exceptional infrastructure that includes the renowned indoor tropical garden, the ‘ORCHARD’. He concluded by stating their commitment to surprising and delighting passengers with memorable journeys in the future.
Singapore Changi Airport, the recipient of the prestigious title of 2023 Airport of the Year and a remarkable 12-time winner in the past, secured the second position in the worldwide rankings. It garnered accolades for being recognized as the Best Airport in Asia and for providing the World’s Best Airport Immigration Service.
Seoul Incheon Airport, which climbed to the third spot in the global survey rankings, was honored as the World’s Most Family Friendly Airport for the year 2024.
Tokyo Haneda Airport, ranking fourth globally, continued to excel by achieving remarkable accomplishments. It was acclaimed as the World’s Cleanest Airport, the World’s Best Domestic Airport, and for delivering exceptional services in the World’s Best Airport PRM & Accessible Facilities category.
Other notable achievements from the 2024 event included Tokyo Narita Airport receiving recognition for their exceptional customer service, earning the titles of World’s Best Airport Staff and Best Airport Staff in Asia. New Chitose Airport in Japan was honored as the World’s Most Improved Airport, following significant progress in the global survey across various categories. Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya was awarded the title of World’s Best Regional Airport, while Kansai International Airport was acknowledged for providing the World’s Best Airport Baggage Delivery service.
Rome Fiumicino Airport was presented with the prestigious World’s Best Airport Security Processing award for the first time. Terminal A at Newark Liberty Airport was recognized as the World’s Best New Airport Terminal, having previously received a 5-Star Airport Terminal Rating from Skytrax.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport celebrated success with Terminal 3 being named the World’s Best Low-Cost Terminal. The airport was also honored as the Best Airport in Europe for the second consecutive year. Additionally, Paris Orly Airport, part of Group ADP, was voted as the Best Regional Airport in Europe, showcasing a remarkable improvement in performance.
Istanbul Airport was distinguished as the World’s Best Airport Dining Experience and Best Airport in Southern Europe. In Europe, Helsinki Vantaa Airport was recognized as the Best Airport in Northern Europe, while Budapest Airport retained its title as the Best Airport in Eastern Europe based on passenger feedback.
Kam Jandu, the CEO of Budapest Airport, expressed gratitude to all members of the airport community for their dedicated work. Their continuous development and provision of quality services have led to Budapest Airport being awarded the best airport in the region for the eleventh time. Jandu emphasized that this achievement reflects the cohesion and perseverance of their community, which has been a defining characteristic of their daily life for many years. He further highlighted that their united team effort and ongoing commitment yield results that passengers truly appreciate every year.
Munich Airport has demonstrated exceptional performance in the survey, receiving accolades for Best Airport Staff Service in Europe and Best Airport in Central Europe. Munich Airport CEO Jost Lammers expressed his pride in the recognition, emphasizing the international perception of the airport as a welcoming and hospitable destination. The awards serve as a testament to the dedication and hard work of the entire airport team.
The Hilton Munich Airport has been honored as the Best Airport Hotel in Europe for the year 2024.
Cape Town Airport and Durban King Shaka Airport emerged as prominent winners in Africa, with Cape Town securing the titles of Best Airport in Africa and Best Airport Staff Service in Africa. Durban King Shaka Airport was awarded as the Best Regional Airport in Africa.
The Houston Airport System was acknowledged for providing the World’s Best Airport Art for the second consecutive year, while Houston Hobby Airport was recognized as the Best Regional Airport in North America.
In China, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport was distinguished as the Best Airport in China. Haikou Meilan International Airport received recognition as the Best Regional Airport in China and for Best Airport Staff in China. The Hyatt Regency Shenzhen was named the Best Airport Hotel in China.
Delhi International Airport once again emerged as the top winner for Best Airport in India & South Asia, while its parent company, Hyderabad International Airport, was recognized for providing the Best Airport Staff Service in the region. Bangalore International Airport also received accolades as the Best Regional Airport in India & South Asia. In terms of airport hotels, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity was named the Best Airport Hotel in the region.
Meanwhile, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport secured the title of World’s Best Airport Hotel for the ninth time, along with the award for Best Airport Hotel in Asia.
Baku Heydar Aliyev Airport continued its streak of success by winning awards for Best Airport in Central Asia & CIS and Best Airport Staff Service in the same region. Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport was declared the Best Regional Airport in Central Asia & CIS for the third time.
Bahrain International Airport achieved notable recognition for providing the Best Airport Staff Service in the Middle East. Medina Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport was named the Best Regional Airport in the region.
Dallas Fort-Worth Airport made its debut as a winner in the World Airport Awards, earning the title of Best Airport Staff Service in North America.
Vancouver International Airport reclaimed its position as the Best Airport in North America. Tamara Vrooman, President & CEO at Vancouver International Airport, expressed gratitude towards the airport’s dedicated employees and their commitment to serving travelers and the community. She acknowledged the efforts of the entire team, from those welcoming guests at the front doors to those handling cargo and ensuring security, for their hard work and contribution to the airport’s success.
The TWA Hotel JFK has been recognized by passengers as the top Airport Hotel in North America.
Bogota El Dorado Airport has once again excelled in the customer survey, winning accolades for Best Airport in South America and Best Airport Staff Service in South America. Quito Mariscal Sucre Airport was recognized as the Best Regional Airport in South America. San Jose Juan Santamaría Airport was honored as the Best Regional Airport in Central America & Caribbean, as well as receiving the Best Airport Staff Service in Central America & Caribbean award. Panama Tocumen Airport continued its impressive performance in the survey, securing the title of Best Airport in Central America & Caribbean.
Melbourne Airport was awarded the title of Best Airport in Australia & Pacific for the second consecutive year, while Adelaide Airport was recognized as the Best Regional Airport in Australia & Pacific. Perth Airport was presented with the Best Airport Staff Service in Australia & Pacific award.
