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Explore the top 10 busiest airports in the world and learn more about the number of departures, routes, countries served, and which airlines use these airports as major global hubs.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL/KATL), located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is currently the world’s busiest airport. It serves millions of passengers annually and has earned its reputation as a major gateway to the United States and the Southeast. The airport has five parallel runways, domestic and international terminals, and no fewer than five concourses between them. Delta Air Lines (DA/DAL) is the biggest operator based at Atlanta, also forming the world’s largest airline hub.
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW/KDFW) opened in 1973 and is situated between Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, USA. Located in the strategic heart of the United States, DFW is a crucial hub for both domestic and international travel. The airport is a major hub for American Airlines (AA/AAL) and serves 252 routes to 37 countries.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT/KCLT) was opened in 1935 and is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. CLT is the second-busiest hub for American Airlines (AA/AAL) with the flag carrier operating the vast majority of the airport’s total flights. Charlotte serves as a crucial connecting point for domestic and international passengers in the US. The airport has one terminal, four runways, and It currently serves 26 countries with 184 routes.
Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD/KORD) in Chicago, Illinois, is one of the busiest and most significant aviation hubs worldwide. The airport opened for schedule passenger service in 1955 and serves as a major gateway to the United States. O’Hare handles millions of passengers each year via its extensive domestic and international flight routes. The airport has four terminals and an incredible eight runways. United Airlines (UA/UAL) is the largest operator from O’Hare.
Denver International Airport (DEN) is a major hub located in Denver, Colorado, USA. The airport spans an incredible 33,000 acres, has six runways, and serves as a crucial gateway to the Rocky Mountain region and the western United States. The airport opened in 1995 and has ranked in the top 20 busiest airports in the world since 2000 (based on passenger levels). It is a hub for United Airlines (UA/UAL). The airport serves 207 routes to 15 different countries.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX/KLAX) is one of the world’s busiest and most well known airports. LAX’s strategic location in Southern California makes it a pivotal hub for both domestic and international flights, especially those from Asia. The airport opened in October 1928 and is now a major hub for Alaska Airlines (AS/ASA), American Airlines (AA/AAL), Delta Air Lines (DL/DAL) and United Airlines (UA/UAL). The airport serves 191 routes to 43 different countries.
Miami International Airport (MIA/KMIA) is a vibrant and bustling airport located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. As one of the busiest airports in the United States, it serves as a key gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean, making it a crucial hub for international travel. Spanning over 3,230 acres, MIA operates three passenger terminals and has four runways.
Istanbul Airport (IST/LTFM), is a modern and expansive aviation hub that serves as a vital gateway between Europe, Asia, and the rest of the world. The airport’s strategic location makes it a crucial transit point, connecting millions of passengers annually to over 300 destinations worldwide. It is the main hub of Turkish flag carrier, Turkish Airlines (TK/THY). Passenger services from the airport commenced in 2019.
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK/KJFK) is one of the busiest and most iconic airports in the world. Located in Queens, New York City, JFK serves as a major international gateway for travelers from all corners of the globe. It spans over 4,930 acres and boasts give passenger terminals, each with a unique architectural style. It is a major hub for both American Airlines (AA/AAL) and Delta Air Lines (DL/DAL).
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR/KEWR) is a prominent airport serving the New York metropolitan area. Located in Newark, New Jersey, it is one of the major airports providing air travel access to the bustling region. Spanning over 2,027 acres, Newark Airport operates three passenger terminals and offers a diverse range of international and domestic flights. It is a major hub for both FedEx Express (FX/FDX) and United Airlines (UA/UAL).
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The busiest airport in 2022 was Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL/KATL) with 423,193 departures. This was an increase of 21,605 from 2021 when the COVID-19 pandemic impacted global travel.
The busiest airport outside of the United States is Istanbul (IST/LFTM). So far in 2023 it has recorded 197,086 departures. It also held this position in 2022.
Whilst not included in our top 10 list, the busiest airport in Europe so far this year is London Heathrow (LHR/EGLL) with 193,961 departures.
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