Top 10 Biggest Airports in the World
Hi, my name is Emily Johnson and I’m excited to share with you the top 10 biggest airports in the world. As a frequent traveler, I’ve been lucky enough to visit many of these airports and have had both positive and negative experiences. I’ll be sharing some of my personal experiences along with data and expert opinions to give you a comprehensive understanding of these airports.
Curiosities and Interesting Facts
- The biggest airport in the world is King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia, covering an area of 780 square kilometers.
- The busiest airport in the world is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with over 107 million passengers in 2018.
- The only airport that operates in two countries is EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg, located on the border of Switzerland and France.
- The newest airport on this list is Beijing Daxing International Airport, which opened in September 2019.
10. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW is the fourth busiest airport in the United States and the tenth largest in the world, covering an area of 69.87 square kilometers. As a Texan, I’ve flown in and out of this airport many times and it’s always been a pleasant experience. The airport is easy to navigate and has plenty of dining and shopping options.
9. Denver International Airport (DEN)
DEN is the largest airport in the United States by total land area, covering 135.69 square kilometers. The airport is known for its unique architecture, including the famous blue horse statue outside the airport. While I haven’t had the chance to visit this airport yet, I’ve heard mixed reviews about its efficiency and customer service.
8. Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
MAD is the largest airport in Spain and the eighth largest in the world, covering an area of 30.45 square kilometers. As someone who has traveled extensively in Spain, I can attest to the efficiency and organization of this airport. The airport also has a variety of dining and shopping options, including a large duty-free area.
7. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
CDG is the largest airport in France and the seventh largest in the world, covering an area of 32.38 square kilometers. While I love visiting Paris, I’ve had some frustrating experiences at this airport. The airport is known for its confusing layout and long wait times at security and immigration.
6. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG is the third busiest airport in China and the sixth largest in the world, covering an area of 40.56 square kilometers. When I visited Shanghai, I found this airport to be clean and efficient, with a variety of dining and shopping options. However, it can get quite crowded during peak travel times.
5. Istanbul Airport (IST)
IST is the newest airport on this list, having opened in April 2019. The airport covers an area of 76.5 square kilometers and is the largest airport in Turkey. While I haven’t had the opportunity to visit this airport yet, early reviews have been positive, with many praising the airport’s modern facilities and efficient layout.
4. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
HND is the busiest airport in Japan and the fourth largest in the world, covering an area of 19.62 square kilometers. I had the pleasure of visiting Tokyo and found this airport to be one of the cleanest and most organized I’ve ever been to. The airport also has a variety of dining and shopping options, including traditional Japanese souvenirs.
3. Dubai International Airport (DXB)
DXB is the busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic and the third largest in the world, covering an area of 29.13 square kilometers. As someone who has flown through this airport many times, I can attest to its efficiency and luxurious amenities, including a duty-free area with designer shops and high-end restaurants.
2. Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
PKX is the newest airport in Beijing and the second largest in the world, covering an area of 47 square kilometers. While I haven’t had the chance to visit this airport yet, early reviews have been positive, with many praising the airport’s modern facilities and efficient layout.
1. King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
DMM is the largest airport in the world, covering an area of 780 square kilometers. While I haven’t had the opportunity to visit this airport yet, I’ve heard mixed reviews about its efficiency and customer service. However, its sheer size is impressive and it’s definitely on my bucket list of airports to visit.
FAQs
What is the busiest airport in the world?
The busiest airport in the world is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with over 107 million passengers in 2018.
What is the largest airport in the world?
The largest airport in the world is King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia, covering an area of 780 square kilometers.
What is the newest airport on this list?
The newest airport on this list is Beijing Daxing International Airport, which opened in September 2019.
What is the only airport that operates in two countries?
The only airport that operates in two countries is EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg, located on the border of Switzerland and France.