The top 10 International Airports | Traveler by Unique
1. Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
Travelers from all over the world voted Changi Airport as the best airport in the world. This multi-awarded airport showcases an interesting architectural design. More precisely, the design targets the decrease of stress that is associated with traveling. The facility is characterized by numerous and large green areas which include trees and flowers of different kinds. An outdoor pool, as well as a butterfly garden, are among the elements that contribute for an enjoyable and stress-free pre=flight experience. Changi Airport is also known for its indoor facilities. Except for the variety of restaurants, cafeterias and shops, the airport also includes movie theatres and rejuvenation centres. It has to be noted that Singapore’s airport was awarded more than 430 times since 1981.
2. Incheon International Airport, South Korea
South Korea’s biggest airport is also included in the list among the top international airports. The Incheon International Airport is in fact among the busiest airports in the world in terms of passengers’ traffic and cargo traffic. Due to the increased popularity of this airport, authorities achieved to maintain a high standard quality in terms of comfort, style and security. Within the Incheon International Airport, passengers can visit the museum of Korean culture and spend some quality time while receiving important and interesting information about the country’s history and culture. The facility was awarded many times for the level of cleanness, for the high-speed internet connection that makes available to the public, the exceptionally stylish and modern common areas as well as for the availability of a variety of traditional Korean food options.
3. Munich Airport, Germany
Munich Airport forms the second largest German airport in what regards the passengers’ traffic. What makes this airport truly exceptional is the modern and attractive architectural and interior design. Aesthetics can be the key world characterizing the indoor space of this airport with perfectly decorating items to be placed through the terminals and the gates. The airport creates a false perception of space due to the glass made ceilings and walls. In fact, these ceilings result in a space that looks more open, spacious and generous. Within the airport, several lounges are able to make travelers’ experience more comfortable and enjoyable with options that vary from fast food to gourmet restaurants.
4. Hong Kong International Airport, China
Hong Kong International Airport is listed among the world’s busiest airports in terms of traffic. Among the awards that this airport received are the ones about the best dining experiences and best baggage delivery. The airport features state of the art technology that enables the quick and efficient passengers’ service in all aspects, from the check-in counters to the boarding process. The shopping experience is also exceptional in this airport, as passengers are able to find some of the world’s most reputable brands.
5. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, Netherlands
Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport has a long history as it was constructed during 1916. Back then this airport was used for military purposes. Eventually, the airport forms one of the busiest and most notable airports in Europe nowadays. Among its most known and highly reputable characteristics is the excellent self-service transfer process that applies. Schiphol Airport is also known for providing some of the most convenient, well-structured and excellent dining experiences, shopping opportunities and pre-flight entertainment options. Within the airport's lounges, passengers with business class can enjoy their time in sophisticated, specially designed areas while waiting for their flights.
6. Tokyo International Airport (Haneda), Japan
In Japan, Tokyo’s International Airport was awarded as the Best Domestic Airport in the world. Haneda Airport is perceived as an excellent airport for those who wish to immerse themselves into an endless shopping experience like no other. The airport was also awarded for the efficient and quick security process that applies as well as for its cleanliness. It has to be noted that, the airport is also listed as one of the most efficient and reliable in what regards the flights’ schedule.
7. Beijing Capital International Airport, China
Beijing Capital International Airport is listed as the busiest airport in Asia and one of the busiest in the world. The enormous amount of passengers that this airport received on a daily basis led to the creation of a brand new terminal in 2008. This terminal was also constructed to accommodate the needs of the passengers that were traveling for the Olympic Games during that year. The airport hosts a variety of fine dining options, shops, pre-flight entertainment activities and multiple amenities for passengers’ comfort.
8. Zurich Airport, Switzerland
Zurich Airport is a modern airport that attracts millions of tourists every year due to the frequent and reliable schedule of flights. This stylish and elegantly decorated airport went through a renovation during 2003 and achieved a significant expansion in terms of terminals’ size. One of the most notable features of this airport is the underground automated train which enables travelers to reach the city centre of Zurich and vice versa. Zurich Airport is listed among the best airports in Europe and in the world due to the excellent services that it offers which include, among others, gourmet restaurants and a variety of shops that satisfy even the most high-end needs.
9. Vancouver International Airport, Canada
According to the list of top 10 airports which is published by Skytrax, Vancouver’s International Airport is the least busy airport in this particular rank. However, it is the only airport that is located in North America and is included in the list, which makes it a proud representative of the region. Vancouver International Airport applies modern technologies which enable the smooth and quick pre-flight experience. In what regards the architectural and interior design, the airport includes several common areas which are design in order to provide the necessary comfort to the travelers. Among the main features of this facility, is the green coat ambassadors who are responsible for assisting travelers and guide them through the airport.
10. London Heathrow Airport, England
Heathrow Airport is one of the most known, well-reputable and busiest airports in the world. With a frequent and reliable flight schedule, this airport provides everything a traveler needs with a plethora of shops, restaurants and activities. London Heathrow Airport was awarded many times for the accurate flight information, the excellent service of public transportations that offers to travelers and for the efficiency of its staff.