Busiest Airports in the World

Brazil's São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport is the forty-second busiest airport in the world in terms of total passengers. Located in Guarulhos, the airport serves as a major hub for air travel in South America, connecting passengers to destinations across the region and beyond. In 2021, the airport served over 24 million passengers, making it an important gateway for both business and leisure travelers. As one of the busiest airports in the country, São Paulo/Guarulhos International Airport plays a vital role in Brazil's economy and tourism industry, providing essential transportation services to both domestic and international travelers.

Located in Roissy-en-France, Île-de-France, Charles de Gaulle Airport is the thirty-second busiest airport in the world. With over 26 million passengers passing through its gates in 2021, Charles de Gaulle Airport serves as a major transportation hub for both domestic and international travel. The airport serves as a primary hub for Air France and a number of other airlines, offering flights to destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. As one of the busiest airports in France, Charles de Gaulle Airport plays a key role in the country's economy and tourism industry, providing essential transportation services for both business and leisure travelers.

Frankfurt Airport, located in the city of Frankfurt in the state of Hesse, is the thirty-ninth world’s busiest airport. In 2021, the airport served over 24 million passengers, making it a key transportation hub for domestic and international travel. The airport serves as a major hub for Lufthansa, offering flights to destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. With its central location in Europe and efficient transportation connections, Frankfurt Airport plays a crucial role in the country's economy, providing essential transportation services for both business and leisure travelers. The airport is also an important contributor to the tourism industry, welcoming visitors from around the world to Germany's vibrant cities and cultural attractions.

Indira Gandhi International Airport, located in Delhi, India, is the thirteenth world’s busiest airport. In 2021, the airport served over 37 million passengers, making it an important transportation hub for domestic and international travel. The airport serves as a major hub for Air India, offering flights to destinations across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. With its central location in India, Indira Gandhi International Airport plays a crucial role in the country's economy, providing essential transportation services for both business and leisure travelers. The airport is also a key contributor to India's tourism industry, welcoming visitors from around the world to explore the country's rich history, culture, and natural beauty.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, located in Tangerang, Banten, Indonesia, is the twenty-fourth busiest airport in the world. In 2021, the airport served over 31 million passengers, making it an essential transportation hub for domestic and international travel. The airport serves as a major hub for Garuda Indonesia and Lion Air, offering flights to destinations across Asia, the Middle East, and Australia. With its strategic location in the capital city of Jakarta, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport plays a crucial role in the country's economy, facilitating the movement of goods and people across Indonesia and beyond. The airport is also an important contributor to Indonesia's growing tourism industry, welcoming visitors from around the world to explore the country's diverse culture, natural beauty, and historical landmarks.

Tokyo Haneda Airport, located in the Ōta district of Tokyo, Japan, is the thirty-third busiest airport in the world. In 2021, the airport served over 25 million passengers, making it an important transportation hub for domestic and international travel. The airport serves as a major hub for Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways, offering flights to destinations across Asia, North America, Europe, and Oceania. With its convenient location in the heart of Tokyo, Haneda Airport plays a crucial role in Japan's economy, providing essential transportation services for both business and leisure travelers. The airport is also an important gateway for tourism, welcoming visitors from around the world to explore Japan's vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning natural landscapes.

Mexico has two of the busiest airports in the world based on the total number of passengers they serve. Mexico City International Airport is the busiest airport in the country and the seventeenth busiest airport in the world with over 36 million passengers in 2021. Located in the Venustiano Carranza district of Mexico City, the airport serves as a major hub for domestic and international travel, connecting passengers to destinations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Cancun International Airport is the second-busiest airport in Mexico and the forty-seventh busiest airport in the world with over 22 million passengers in 2021. Located in the popular resort city of Cancun, the airport is a gateway to some of Mexico's most famous tourist destinations, including Cancun, Cozumel, and the Riviera Maya. Both airports play a critical role in Mexico's tourism industry, supporting the country's economy by welcoming millions of visitors every year.

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is the busiest airport in the Netherlands and the thirty-fifth busiest airport in the world. It serves as a hub for several major airlines and is one of the busiest airports in Europe, handling over 25 million passengers annually. Schiphol is renowned for its modern design and facilities, including a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and lounges. It is also an important hub for air cargo, serving as the main base for Dutch cargo airline KLM Cargo. The airport is connected to Amsterdam and the surrounding areas by an extensive network of public transportation, making it easily accessible for travelers.

China boasts some of the busiest airports in the world, with eight airports ranking in the top 50 worldwide for total passengers. Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is the eighth busiest airport in the world, serving over 40 million passengers in 2021. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport closely follows, with over 40 million passengers as well. These airports play an integral role in China's economic development and tourism industry, serving as key transportation hubs connecting domestic and international destinations.

Russia is home to two of the busiest airports in the world and both are located in Moscow, the country's capital and largest city. Sheremetyevo International Airport is the twenty-fifth world’s busiest airport, with 30.9 million passengers in 2021. The airport is located in Khimki, a town northwest of Moscow, and serves as a hub for several airlines, including Aeroflot, the flag carrier of Russia. Moscow Domodedovo Airport is the other major airport serving Moscow and is located in the town of Domodedovo, southeast of Moscow. It is the thirty-sixth world’s busiest airport, with 25.1 million passengers. The airport is also a hub for several airlines, including S7 Airlines and Ural Airlines. Together, these two airports handle a significant portion of air traffic in Russia.

South Korea has two of the busiest airports in the world: Jeju International Airport and Gimpo International Airport. Jeju International Airport is the thirty-fourth busiest airport in the world, with a total of 25,802,550 passengers, while Gimpo International Airport is the forty-sixth busiest airport in the world, with 22,525,417 passengers. Jeju International Airport is located in Jeju City, on the island of Jeju, and is known for its scenic views and cultural attractions. Gimpo International Airport is located in Gangseo District, Seoul, and serves as a hub for domestic flights within South Korea. Both airports play an essential role in the country's tourism and economy by facilitating the movement of millions of passengers every year.

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport in Spain is the country's busiest airport and the forty-third world’s busiest airport in terms of total passengers. The airport, located in Madrid, is a major hub for flights between Europe and Latin America, as well as a significant point of entry for tourists visiting Spain. With over 24 million passengers annually, Madrid-Barajas Airport is served by a number of major airlines, including Iberia. The airport features four terminals and is equipped with a variety of amenities, such as restaurants, shops, and lounges, to ensure passengers have a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.

Turkey's busiest airports include Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and Antalya Airport, all of which appear in the top 50 busiest airports in the world. Istanbul Airport, located in Arnavutköy, Istanbul, is the fourteenth world’s busiest airport with a total of 36,988,563 passengers. The airport serves as the primary hub for Turkish Airlines and was recently constructed to replace Atatürk International Airport. Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is also located in Istanbul, specifically in the Pendik district, and is the thirty-eighth busiest airport in the world with a total of 24,991,916 passengers. The airport serves as a secondary hub for Turkish Airlines and is known for its low-cost carriers. Antalya Airport, located in Antalya, is the forty-ninth busiest airport in the world with a total of 22,012,298 passengers. The airport is a popular destination for tourists and is the largest airport on the Turkish Mediterranean coast.

Dubai International Airport is the busiest airport in the United Arab Emirates and the twenty-eighth busiest airport in the world. Located in the Garhoud area of Dubai, the airport is the main hub for Emirates Airlines and serves as a gateway to the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and Africa. In 2021, the airport handled over 29 million passengers, making it one of the busiest airports in the world. The airport is known for its state-of-the-art facilities and services, including duty-free shopping, luxurious lounges, and a range of dining options.

The United States boasts some of the busiest airports in the world. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest airport in the world with over 75 million total passengers. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Denver International Airport follow with over 62 million and 58 million passengers respectively. These airports are known for their large terminals, expansive networks, and easy connections to destinations across the country and around the world. Other notable airports in the US include O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Los Angeles International Airport, Miami International Airport, and John F Kennedy International Airport in New York. These airports serve as critical hubs for business and leisure travel, connecting millions of people each year.