The 2026 Skytrax rankings recognise airports that perform strongly in customer service, cleanliness, efficiency, comfort, and overall traveller satisfaction.
Best Airport
Every year, Skytrax recognises airports that consistently deliver exceptional customer service through its Best Airport Staff category.
The 2026 Skytrax regional rankings recognise airports that perform strongly in customer satisfaction, cleanliness, efficiency, terminal comfort, and staff service.
A new 2026 data study has identified the best airports in the United States of America (USA) for coffee lovers, ranking major hubs based on the quality and availability of cafés.
A new policy brief from ODI Global has placed Dubai International Airport (DXB) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) at the top of the world’s highest-emitting airports, with the 20 largest contributing 27.3% of total aviation CO2 emissions in 2023.
North America is home to some of the busiest airports in the world, from Atlanta and Los Angeles to Chicago O’Hare and Toronto Pearson.
The 2026 rankings show Japan continuing its airport dominance, India strengthening its position with multiple entries, and Southeast Asia producing rising stars.
In the 2026 edition, Asian airports again dominate the very top, while Europe remains highly competitive and North America manages one place in the top ten.
In 2025, the World Travel Awards recognised operators that have demonstrated long-term vision, strong governance, and the ability to deliver smooth, passenger-focused experiences across diverse airport portfolios.
The World Travel Awards 2025 Leading Airports list reflects how airports are redefining themselves beyond infrastructure alone.