When it comes to air travel, the journey often begins and ends at the airport – so whether you pass through a great or frustrating airport can make all the difference to your overall vacation. With this in mind, many airports worldwide have upgraded their facilities with cutting-edge technology, striking designs and a host of unique amenities for travellers to enjoy. Travel + Leisure has surveyed airports around the globe, and four airports in Asia have made the top 10 list of the World’s Best International Airports for 2025.
Readers of Travel + Leisure were invited to vote based on several criteria, including ease of access, check-in efficiency, security, dining and shopping options, and overall airport design.
Topping the list is Istanbul Airport in Turkey, followed by Singapore’s Changi Airport, which retained its second place position from last year. Voters praised Changi Airport’s stunning features, such as the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, making it a must-visit destination in its own right.
Also featured in the top 10 are Hong Kong International Airport at sixth place, Haneda Airport at eighth and Incheon International Airport rounding out the list at tenth.
Here are the top 10 best international airports in the world in 2025:
- Istanbul Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Zayed International Airport
- Dubai International Airport
- Hong Kong International Airport
- Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
- Haneda Airport
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
- Incheon International Airport
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