Great airports aren't just places to pass through—they're part of the journey, combining comfort, culture, and world-class service at every step.
First impressions tend to stick, and nowhere is that more true than at airports. More than just transit points, airports are gateways to your journey—setting the tone long before you reach your destination. A great airport experience can elevate your entire trip, while a frustrating one can throw it off course.
From seamless check-ins and standout dining to luxe lounges, these are the airports that earned top honours in 2025's World Airport Awards, plus a few notable mentions.
Singapore Changi Airport: World's Best Airport 2025
The World Airport Awards-the industry's most prestigious recognition of excellence in global air travel-has once again named Singapore Changi Airport the World's Best Airport.
This marks the 13th time Changi has claimed the top honour since the awards began in 1999. Changi not only took the top spot overall, but it also swept several key speciality categories:
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World's Best Airport Dining - Changi offers a diverse range of dining options, from Michelin-starred restaurants to authentic local cuisine.
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World's Best Airport Washrooms - An essential category, Changi features exceptionally clean, modern, and well-appointed facilities designed with traveller comfort and accessibility in mind.
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Best Airport in Asia - A gold standard for the region in terms of design, service, innovation, and overall passenger experience.
Beyond the airport, Singapore continues to impress as one of the world’s most tourist-friendly destinations—efficient, safe, and packed with attractions worth exploring.
Here's the full list:
Top 10 Best Airports 2025
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Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
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Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
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Tokyo Haneda International Airport, Japan
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Incheon International Airport, Seoul, South Korea
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Tokyo Narita International Airport, Japan
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Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, France
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Rome Fiumicino Airport "Leonardo da Vinci," Italy
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Munich Airport, Germany
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Zurich Airport, Switzerland
About the World Airport Awards
Launched by Skytrax in 1999, the World Airport Awards are among the most trusted and respected honours in the global airport industry. Unlike other accolades decided by panels or industry insiders, these are based entirely on feedback from travellers, authentic, unfiltered opinions covering everything from bathroom cleanliness to food quality.
The results are drawn from the world's largest annual airport satisfaction survey, reflecting the experiences of travellers from over 100 nationalities and covering more than 575 airports worldwide.
This year's results were based on assessments of various aspects, including:
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Efficiency
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Ease of navigation
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Transfer processes
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Shopping variety and quality
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Security
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Immigration wait times
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Departure gate comfort and atmosphere
About Skytrax
Skytrax is a UK-based research and consultancy firm focused on enhancing customer experience in global aviation. In addition to managing the World Airport Awards, Skytrax operates airlinequality.com, one of the leading platforms for independent airline and airport reviews.
Other Top Category Winners
While Changi led the pack, several other airports shone brightly in key categories—from hygiene to hospitality, and even art.
World's Cleanest Airports 2025
Many travellers still carry lingering anxiety about hygiene and cleanliness—COVID wasn't that long ago, after all, and expectations around airport sanitation have remained high ever since. In response to this heightened awareness, the airports in this list have invested heavily in innovative cleaning and sanitation technologies and rigorous protocols, setting new standards for safety and passenger confidence worldwide.
Leading the way in 2025, Tokyo Haneda Airport earns the title of World's Cleanest Major Airport. From spotless terminals and regularly sanitised surfaces to advanced air filtration systems, Haneda prioritises traveller health without compromising comfort or efficiency.
Other major airports in Japan—such as Narita, Kansai, and Centrair Nagoya—also rank highly, reflecting the country's overall commitment to cleanliness and safety. Singapore Changi and Doha Hamad follow closely.
Top 10 Cleanest Airports 2025
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Tokyo Haneda International Airport, Japan
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Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
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Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
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Incheon International Airport, Seoul, South Korea
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Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong
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Chubu Centrair International Airport, Nagoya, Japan
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Tokyo Narita International Airport, Japan
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Kansai International Airport, Japan
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Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taiwan
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Zurich Airport, Switzerland
World's Most Family-Friendly Airports 2025
Travelling with children or elderly family members can be challenging, but some airports go the extra mile to make family journeys easier and more comfortable. From dedicated play zones and nursing rooms to priority lanes and clear, thoughtful signage, the World's Most Family-Friendly Airport award recognises airports that truly cater to families' needs.
Topping the list is Istanbul Airport, followed by Singapore Changi and Seoul Incheon, showing that even the busiest hubs can offer a warm, welcoming experience for families.
Top 10 Family-Friendly Airports for 2025:
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Istanbul Airport, Turkey
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Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
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Incheon International Airport, Seoul, South Korea
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Tokyo Narita International Airport, Japan
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Bahrain International Airport, Bahrain
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Munich Airport, Germany
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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Netherlands
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Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, France
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Rome Fiumicino Airport "Leonardo da Vinci," Italy
World's Best Art in the Airport 2025
Gallery hopping during layovers? Absolutely! Airports with impressive art installations and cultural exhibits offer travellers more than just a place to pass the time-they turn transit into an experience. Why wait until you reach cities and heritage sites to engage with culture, when today's best airports rival museums with immersive sculptures, striking murals, and curated exhibitions?
In 2025, the Houston Airport System-including George Bush Intercontinental and William P. Hobby Airports-earned the title of World's Best Art in the Airport. Close behind are Singapore Changi and Hamad International Airport in Doha, both praised for transforming their terminals into dynamic, art-filled spaces that enrich the journey from the very first step.
Top 10 Airports for Art 2025
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Houston Airport System (including George Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P. Hobby Airport), USA
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Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
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Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai, India
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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Netherlands
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LaGuardia Airport, New York, USA
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Vancouver International Airport, Canada
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Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore, India
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San Francisco International Airport, USA
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Los Angeles International Airport, USA
They say it's about the journey—not just the destination. In 2025, that couldn't be more true. As global travel becomes more accessible, airports are evolving into destinations in their own right. This year's best airports prove that flying doesn't just have to be stress-free—it can be inspiring, enriching, and even memorable. The terminal is no longer just a waypoint; it's part of the adventure.
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