By: Jigyasa Kakwani
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In 2024, global air travel reached a record 9.4 billion passengers, as shared by the Airports Council International in a recent report. Here are the top 10 busiest airports:
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Atlanta Airport handled 108.1 million passengers, thanks to its vast US domestic connections.
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Dubai International saw 92.3 million travellers, climbing nearly 7 per cent last year from pre-pandemic levels, the ranking showed.
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DFW served 87.8 million passengers and focuses on creating an enjoyable, customer-first experience from curb to gate.
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Tokyo Haneda welcomed 85.9 million passengers, serving as a major hub for air travel in Japan and providing easy city access.
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London Heathrow saw 83.9 million passengers, making it Europe's busiest airport.
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Denver Airport served 82.4 million passengers and is America's largest by land area.
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Istanbul Airport handled 80.1 million travellers, thanks to its passenger capacity, strategic position, and favourable traffic flow.
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Chicago O'Hare saw 80 million passengers due to the massive use of regional jets and being the hub of American and United Airlines.
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Delhi Airport handled 77.8 million (more than 7.7 crore) passengers, making it India's busiest airport in 2024.
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Shanghai Pudong welcomed 76.8 million passengers and made it to the top 10, after being the 21st busiest airport in the world in 2023.
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