Top 5 biggest and busiest airports in the world

Here are the top 5 biggest airports in the world by passenger traffic:

1. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) – USA
2. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) – China
3. Dubai International Airport (DXB) – United Arab Emirates
4. Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) – Japan
5. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) – USA

Please note that these rankings may change over time as airports expand and passenger traffic patterns shift.

1. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest airport in the world in terms of passenger traffic. In 2019, the airport served over 110 million passengers, which is more than any other airport in the world. ATL is a major hub for Delta Air Lines, and it offers nonstop flights to over 150 domestic destinations and more than 75 international destinations in 50 countries. The airport has two terminals, seven concourses, and five runways. Given its size and importance, ATL can be a very busy airport, particularly during peak travel periods.
2. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the primary international airport serving Beijing, China. it is the second busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic, handling over 100 million passengers per year. The airport is located approximately 32 kilometers (20 miles) northeast of central Beijing and covers an area of over 1,480 hectares (3,657 acres). PEK has three terminals and three runways, with Terminal 3 being one of the largest airport terminals in the world. The airport serves as a hub for several Chinese airlines, including Air China, China Eastern Airlines, and China Southern Airlines, and offers nonstop flights to over 120 destinations worldwide. In addition to passenger traffic, PEK is also a major cargo hub and handles a significant amount of air freight traffic. The airport has several cargo terminals, including one of the largest cargo terminals in Asia, and is a key hub for air freight transportation between China and other parts of the world.
3. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the primary international airport serving Dubai, United Arab Emirates. it is the third busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic, handling over 86 million passengers per year. The airport is located approximately 14 kilometers (8.6 miles) east of central Dubai and has three terminals and two runways. Terminal 3 is the largest airport terminal in the world and serves as the hub for Emirates airline, which is based in Dubai. The airport offers nonstop flights to over 260 destinations worldwide, making it one of the most connected airports in the world. DXB is also a major cargo hub and handles a significant amount of air freight traffic. The airport has several cargo terminals and is a key hub for air freight transportation between Asia, Europe, and Africa. In addition, the airport has been recognized for its sustainability initiatives, including a program to recycle over 43 million kilograms of waste each year.
4. Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) is one of two major airports serving the Tokyo metropolitan area in Japan. it is the fourth busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic, handling over 87 million passengers per year. The airport is located approximately 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) south of central Tokyo and has three terminals and four runways. It serves as a hub for several Japanese airlines, including Japan Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and Skymark Airlines. The airport offers nonstop flights to over 90 domestic destinations and over 50 international destinations in 30 countries. The airport has a unique observation deck, called the “Tokyo Haneda Observation Deck,” which offers a panoramic view of the airport’s runways and surrounding areas.
5. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the largest airports in the United States and the primary international airport serving the greater Los Angeles area. It is the fifth busiest airport in the world by passenger traffic, handling over 80 million passengers per year. LAX is located approximately 24 kilometers (15 miles) southwest of downtown Los Angeles and has nine terminals and four runways. It serves as a hub for several major airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United Airlines, and offers nonstop flights to over 100 domestic destinations and over 1,000 international destinations in more than 90 countries.

Other biggest and busiest airports of the worlds are Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), London Heathrow Airport (LHR), Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).