Hamad International Airport in Doha has clinched the title of the world’s best airport, dethroning Singapore Changi Airport, as per the esteemed Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024.
Renowned as the gold standard for evaluating traveler experiences, the Skytrax World Airport Awards bestowed this coveted title upon Hamad International Airport, marking its third triumph in the prestigious competition. This victory underscores the Qatari airport’s unwavering commitment to providing unparalleled services and ensuring exceptional passenger satisfaction.
Badr Al Meer, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, expressed gratitude for the resounding endorsement from global travelers, stating, “This year, HIA celebrates its milestone 10th year of operations, and we are truly honored that passengers have voted us Best Airport in the World for a third time.”
Dubai also showcased notable progress in the rankings, securing the seventh position after an impressive leap of ten places. This ascent reflects the Emirati hub’s steadfast dedication to enhancing passenger experiences and solidifying its status as a world-class aviation center.
Asian airports dominated the top ranks, with Seoul’s Incheon International Airport claiming the third spot, followed closely by Tokyo’s Haneda and Narita airports in fourth and fifth place, respectively. Hong Kong International Airport demonstrated significant improvement, climbing from 33rd to 11th place, reaffirming its commitment to excellence.
European airports also showcased their excellence, with Munich, Zurich, and Istanbul securing positions in the top ten. Additionally, Rome’s Fiumicino Airport, Vienna International Airport, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, and Madrid-Barajas Airport featured prominently, highlighting Europe’s strong representation in the global aviation landscape.
The rankings also revealed a notable absence of U.S. airports in the upper echelons, with Seattle-Tacoma International Airport slipping to 24th place. This trend underscores the challenges faced by American airports in meeting evolving passenger expectations. For instance, Boston Logan International Airport, which ranked 96th last year, exemplifies these challenges.
The Skytrax World Airport Awards are a benchmark of excellence in the aviation industry, recognizing airports that consistently deliver exceptional services across various key performance indicators, from check-in to departure gate.
World’s best airports of 2024:
- 1.Doha Hamad
- 2.Singapore Changi
- 3.Seoul Incheon
- 4.Tokyo Haneda
- 5.Tokyo Narita
- 6.Paris CDG
- 7.Dubai
- 8.Munich
- 9.Zurich
- 10.Istanbul
- 11.Hong Kong
- 12.Rome Fiumicino
- 13.Vienna
- 14.Helsinki-Vantaa
- 15.Madrid-Barajas
- 16.Centrair Nagoya
- 17.Vancouver
- 18.Kansai
- 19.Melbourne
- 20.Copenhagen
