If you are an international traveller or travel a lot then Airports trips are likely going to be part of your regular routine. As a prolific Traveller, you probably already know that not all airports were created equally. Airports vary across the world. They differ in the amount of traffic (i.e the amount of average annual travellers), the quality of the infrastructures, the size of the airport and so much more. 

Some different characteristics and features make most of the airports on this list one of the top airports in the world.  

We have compiled a list of the top 10 airports around the world and their quirks 

1. Singapore Changi Airport

Singapore Changi Airport is rated as one of the top airports in the world. As one of the best airports around, it takes travellers around the globe to more than 200 cities, with 80 international airlines entering and leaving 5,000 a week. Changi Airport has been voted Best Airport in Asia, Best Leisure Airport in the Region, and Best Airport in 2019. With over 60-70 million travellers.

The airport has four terminals and Jewel Changi, a ten-story leisure centre that links effortlessly to Terminals 1, 2 and 3, fusing sculpture, design, and nature into one system. Talk about state-of-the-art facilities worthy of a top airport.

Whether you’re in Singapore for a stopover or spending a week in the tropical paradise, you’re compelled to be impressed with Singapore Changi Airport when you arrive. Here’s a little taste of what you’re going to experience.

Features of the Changi Airport

Nature nurtured

Evening view of the Shiseido Forest Valley and HSBC Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi Just like Singapore— a world-renowned’ Town in A Garden’—Changi Airport is host to green spaces and lush gardens that serve as a great view for tourist and also for travellers seeking to relax after a long flight.

Take a stroll to Jewel Changi and be in awe of the HSBC Rain Vortex, a 40-meter-high indoor waterfall surrounded by tropical plants and over 2,000 trees on all sides, to see the most stunning of these areas.

Smaller, no less beautiful areas include Terminal 3’s Butterfly Garden, Terminal 2’s Sunflower Garden, and Terminal 1’s Cactus Garden, with over 100 cactus and arid plant species.

Nature lovers attending the latter, when they see butterflies emerging from their chrysalides at the Emergence Enclosure, will be able to expand their understanding of the intricacy of nature.

Fun for the entire family

As one of the best airports around, there’s never a dull moment at Changi International Airport. The terminal at the airport has its fun variety of family-friendly facilities, like indoor play areas at Terminals 1 and 3, the island’s largest slide (located in the public area of Terminal 3) and Terminal 2 Family Zone.

Families flying with teens will hang out at Terminal 4’s Gaming Corner— where they’ll find Xbox Kinect sports and retro arcade machines— or catch a movie at Terminals 2 and 3 in Changi’s two cinemas. Alternatively, find your way to Jewel’s top-level and venture into the Canopy Park with your mates.

.This space of 14,000 square meters is packed with captivating activities, from garden labyrinths to playgrounds overflowing with mist. Sumptuous dining and shopping at Burger & Lobster, American comfort food at Jewel Changi, Singapore Sensory delights are ready for you at Changi Airport, with plenty of shopping and catering choices. Jewel Changi alone has around100 restaurants, with more than 30 working around the clock, while each of the four terminals has its own range of eateries, restaurants and food courts. You will also be able to sample a taste of the shopping paradise of Singapore throughout the city, including international brands from Apple to Zara.

Art for weary eyes

Always one to please, Changi International Airport also features many beautiful carvings and installations. From Terminal 1’s mesmerizing Kinetic Rain display to Terminal 4’s giant birds, whip your phone while you sample the many creative photo opportunities around the airport. 

Top Hotels close to Changi Airport

1. Crowne Plaza Changi Airport

75 Airport Blvd, 01-01, Singapore 819664•+65 6823 5300

Distance from the Airport: 120m

2. Aerotel Singapore

Above Gate D41, Level 3, Departure/Transit Area Terminal 1, Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore 819642•+65 6808 2388

Distance from the Airport: 530m

3. Village Hotel Changi

1 Netheravon Rd, Singapore 508502•+65 6379 7111

Distance from the Airport: 3.7Km

4. Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong

Distance from the Airport: 11km

88 E Coast Rd, Singapore 423371•+65 6723 2001

5. Park Avenue Changi Hotel

2 Changi Business Park Ave 1, Singapore 486015•+65 6809 7300

Distance from the Airport: 8km

Airlines

Aer Lingus • AirAsia • Air Berlin • Air Canada • Air China • Air Europa • Air France • Air Aegean Airlines • Air Italy • Air Madagascar • Air Mauritius • Air New Zealand • Air Niugini • Air Serbia • Alitalia • India/Express • American Airlines • Asiana Airlines • Austrian Airlines • Bangkok Airways • Batik Air • ANA • Biman Bangladesh Airlines • British Airways • Brussels Airlines • Cathay Pacific • Bhutan Airlines • China Airlines • China Eastern • China Southern • Chongqing Airlines • Croatia Airlines • Delta • Cebu Pacific Air • EgyptAir • Emirates • Ethiopian Airlines • Etihad Airways • EVA Air • Fiji Airways • Finnair • Drukair • Flynas • Garuda Indonesia • Go Airlines • Gulf Airlines • Hainan Airlines • Hawaiian Airlines • Firefly • Iberia • IndiGo • Japan Airlines • Jeju Airlines • JetBlue • Jetstar • Juneyao Airlines • KLM • Hebei Airlines • Lion Air • LOT • Lufthansa • Malaysia Airlines • Malindo Air • Mihin Lanka • Korean Air • NIKI • Philippines Airlines • Qantas • Qatar Airways • Regent Airways • Royal Air Maroc • Myanmar Airlines • Saudi Arabian Airlines • SAS • Scoot • Shandong Airlines • Shenzhen Airlines • Siberia Airlines • Royal Brunei Airlines • SilkAir • Singapore Airlines • South African Airways • Spring Airlines • SriLankan Airlines • Sichuan Airlines • TAP Portugal • Thai Airways • Thai Lion Air • Turkish Airlines • United Airlines • Urumqi Air • Swiss • Uzbekistan Airways • VietJet • Vietnam Airlines • Virgin Atlantic/Australia • Vistara • US Bangla Airlines • Xiamen Airlines.

2. Tokyo Haneda

With domestic and international terminals, Tokyo International Airport Haneda as one of the top 10 airports in the world, plays a major role in the growth of Japan. This is especially true because Japan positions itself as a tourism-oriented country. Haneda has been ranked the best Airport in 2019: 70 + million travellers. It is ranked the World Cleanest Airport, World Best Domestic Airport, and Best PRM / Accessible Facilities in the World

One of the two major airports in Tokyo and the predominant domestic hub for Japan’s two major airlines, Japan Carriers and All Nippon Airways, Haneda operates most domestic flights to and from the region as well as a rising number of international routes.

Haneda International Airport grew into one of the best airports in the world after a major facelift in 2010, providing more routes abroad, more in-house dining and entertainment options, and making commuting to the city simpler.

Don’t Miss

Don’t Miss The flight-themed capsule hotel in Terminal 1.

Viewing planes take off from the great observation decks and crash against the skyline.

Sky Beer, the exclusive craft beer from Haneda.

How to Get There.

Connection by train, monorail, bus or taxi to Haneda Airport.

Through train: Taking the Shinagawa JR Yamanote Line. Switch to the Keikyu Airport Line to Haneda Airport from there. It can take up to 30 minutes to travel from Shinagawa.

By Monorail: The Tokyo Monorail offers a beautiful seaside ride to Haneda Airport from Hamamatsucho Station, also on the Yamanote Line. It takes 13 minutes to express transportation.

By bus: Haneda Airport is operated by a variety of limousine buses from major rail stations and hotels in the greater area of Tokyo.

Via cab: Multiple providers offer to and from Haneda Airport flat-rate taxi services. Extra costs for late-night facilities and surcharges on the expressway.

While preparing your tour, be mindful that there is no 24-hour public transport in Tokyo. This is a tad bit disappointing especially if the Airport wants to retain its position as one of the top ten airports in the world. The first transfers to the airport via the Tokyo Monorail and Keikyu Railways arrive at 5:15 and 5:30 at the international terminal. Early morning bus services start arriving at 4:30 from the middle of Tokyo and Yokohama. The last trains and buses to the city stop just after midnight for late-night deliveries.

Haneda’s history

Haneda Airport began in 1931 as Haneda Airfield, situated on what is now the airport complex’s southern end. It acted as Japan Air Transport’s chief operating base at this period and managed domestic flights and flights to Taiwan and Korea, both of which were then under Japanese control.

Throughout World War II, the airport was used almost solely for the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service as a hub for military transport facilities and flight training. It became the central port for almost all domestic travel in Tokyo in 1978, as most international flights were moved to the newly built Narita Airport.

The airport was increased in 2010, adding a third terminal for international flights in particular. As the 2020 Olympic Games draws closer, the country is planning for an explosion of international travellers. A new line is expected to link Haneda Airport directly to Tokyo Station in about 18 minutes. Just maybe then there may be 24/7 public transportation; what we are however certain is that the improvements are sure to reinforce The Tokyo Haneda Airport as a top airport.

Airlines at Haneda.

A number of international airlines are currently servicing the airport.

The airport is primarily used by three major domestic companies: All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan Airlines (JAL) and Peach Aviation. A variety of other low-cost airlines fly domestic flights from Haneda, rendering it an inexpensive choice to easily connect to Japan’s far ends.

The other Airlines include:

Air Canada • Air China • Air Do • Air France • Air New Zealand • All Nippon Airways • American AirAsia X • Asiana • British Airways • Cathay Dragon/Pacific • China Airlines • China Eastern • Airlines • Delta Airlines • Eastar Jet • Emirates • EVA Air • Garuda Indonesia • Hainan Airlines • China Southern • HK Express • Japan Airlines • Jeju Air • Juneyao Airlines • Korean Air • Lufthansa • Hawaiian Airlines • Peach • Philippine Airlines • Qantas • Qatar • Shanghai Airlines • Singapore Airlines • Okay Airways • Solaseed Air • Spring Airlines • StarFlyer • Thai Airways • Tianjin Airlines • Tigerair Taiwan • Skymark Airlines • United Airlines • Vietjet • Vietnam Airlines.

What to do when you’re not flying

With Japan’s busiest airport (and one of the world’s top five busiest), Haneda has all you’d expect from a contemporary international and domestic airport that has claims of being one of the best Airports. There is free Wi-Fi, lounges at the terminal, and a range of eating and shopping options.

Special to Haneda, Edo Alley is a foreign airport shopping and dining place in the theme of Tokyo in the 19th century. By crossing a replica of Nihonbashi, the ancient focal point of all roads in Japan, Edo Alley is accessed to intensify the impact. Search for Haneda’s own aviation shrine if you’re in Terminal 1, and pray for a safe flight.

Visit Tokyo Pop Town for more modern Culture, which contains a broad variety of mangas, animes, and character merchandise. Or consider renting out the Global Wi-Fi counter’s futuristic robot tour guide-smartphone hybrid “Robohon”

Accommodation

In each terminal, accommodations are essential and made available for flights entering or leaving outside of public transport hours, or if you just want to relax.

Terminal 3 (the regional terminal) and Terminal 2 all provide regular hotel lodging, while Terminal 1 has the First Cabin capsule hotel on site for a true Japanese sleeping experience.

Travellers can live at one of the lodging choices at the Keikyu Airport Line stations in and around Otorii and Anamori-Inari, many of which give visitors free shuttle buses.

3. Seoul Incheon International Airport

Incheon International Airport is South Korea’s main airport and one of the world’s busiest airports. It is also one of the top Airports in the world. It is a recent recipient at the World Airport Awards, Airport of the Year award. Incheon International Airport was named Best Transit Airport World’s recipient in 2019.

There, visitors sang praises about the facilities, such as in-airport parks, golf, and driving range, year-round skating rink, free city tours, a movie theatre, and the immersive Korean Culture Experience. If all that isn’t enough, passengers in the economy class can purchase access to a variety of airport lounges. These are some of the reasons why the airport made it into our top 10 airports in the world list.

Where to sleep

As a major international centre and one of the best airports in the world, at all hours you can notice travellers asleep in every space. Comfortable seating is ample, however, when one opens, grab a reclining seat or a free massage chair! Travellers are recommended to check out the 3rd & 4th-floor “Rest & Relaxation” lounges which tend to stay quiet and dimly-lit at night. Since gates open just 40 minutes before departure, there is a lot of turnovers, so lounges provide more protection and less noise. There are two transit hotels (inside Security) for uninterrupted sleep, plus a pre-Security capsule house.

Lounges

Pay-per-use, single-visit passes & Membership lounges

Regardless of which class of service you are travelling, there are lounges you can join by paying at the entrance, buying a day pass or a lounge access plan (i.e. Priority Pass). For more information about the lounge itself, visit the person lounge page and also find out how you can get entry to the lounge with just a ticket to the economy class!

Main Terminal

Asiana Lounge – Location: Airside Central Terminal, Concourse A, 4th Level, next to Gate 11. Showers are accessible. 

Lounge access: Lounge subscription services 

Matina Lounge (Central Terminal, West Wing)-Location: Main Terminal, West Wing, Airside, 4th Level, follow signs for the Transit Hotel.

Lounge Access: Lounge access programs are available.  

Matina Lounge (Central Terminal, East Wing)-Location: Main Terminal, East Wing, Airside, 4th Level, meet signage for the Transit Hotel. Showers are accessible. 

Lounge Access: Rewards services in the Lounge via membership. 

Sky Hub Lounge–Various Centers– (1) East Wing, (1) West Wing, and (1) Departures Global.

Terminal 2

Lounge L-Location: Airside Terminal 2, 4th level. Lounge Access: Lounge subscription programs.

Matina Lounge Passes (Terminal 2)-Location: Terminal 2, Airside, 4th level. Lounge entrance: Prepaid lobby tickets • Subscription programs in the lounge.

SPC Lounge-Location: Airside Terminal 2, 4th Level. Lounge Access: Subscription programs in the Lounge.

Airport Hotels

If you’re not inclined to sleeping in Seoul Airport, there are hotels inside close to the airport:

 Incheon Airport Transit

In transit. 

Terminal 1–Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 4th level, between Gate 43 (East Wing) and Terminal 1, Airside, 4th floor, across from Gate 11 (West Wing). This hotel is only appropriate for passengers flying between international flights. Rooms are accessible in a block of 12 hours or the regular 24 hours. 

Incheon Airport Transit (Terminal 2) 

In transit

Location: Terminal 2, Airside, close to Gates 252. This hotel is also only suitable for passengers who fly between international flights. Rooms are accessible in a block of 12 hours or the regular 24 hours.

Darakhyu Capsule Hotel Incheon Airport

At Airport

Location: Landside (public area), first floor of Transportation Center, next to the airport train entrance • Nearby Terminal 2 bus ticket counter. Each place has 60 rooms available. The rooms have a single or double bed, a Bluetooth mic, WIFI and a computer. Some of the rooms come with baths. The minimum stay is three hours.

Hotel Hu Incheon Airport

Near Airport

Location: 3 minutes from the airport

Free scheduled roundtrip airport shuttle is accessible daily from 5:30 AM to 12:00 AM, about every 10-15 minutes. Pick-up/drop-off at the 3rd level of the International terminal (Exit 3 or 12). Day rooms accessible for 7-hour periods from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Charges start at 60 USD (Day Use), including duty, service fee, free WIFI, free airport shuttle service, and free business centre use.

Grand Hyatt Incheon Airport

Near Airport. 

Location: (3 minutes from Terminal 1) Located next to the terminal. 

A free scheduled airport roundtrip shuttle is accessible daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM, operating roughly every 15 minutes. At Arrivals 3C or 14C (1st level, opposite the road) pick-up and drop-off are feasible. 

Pick-up and drop-off at Arrivals 14C (first level, across the road). Day rooms accessible for 6-hour periods from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Charges start at 39 USD plus tax and service charges this covers free WIFI, free airport shuttle service, and hotel restaurant discounts.

Near Airport. Best Western Premier Incheon-700 m from the terminal (3 minutes from the airport). Free routine airport roundtrip shuttle service is available daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM (every 30-60 minutes depending on the time of day).

Airlines

As of January 2020, the following carriers operate at Seoul Incheon airport:

Terminal 1: 

● Air Astana • Air Canada • AirAsia • Air India • Air Macau • Air New Zealand • Air China • American Airlines • Asiana Airlines • Aurora Airlines • Air Seoul • British Airways • Cathay Pacific • Cebu Air • Bamboo Airlines • China Southern • EastarJet • Emirates • EVA Airways • Finnair • China Eastern • Hong Kong Airlines • Japan Airlines • Jetstar • Jin Air • Lao Airlines • Hawaiian Airlines • LOT • Malaysia Airlines • Mongolian Airlines • PanPacific • Philippine Airlines • Lufthansa • Royal Brunei Airlines • S7 Airlines • Shandong Airlines • Shenzhen Airlines • Qatar Airways • Singapore Airlines • Sky Angkor Airlines • Spring Airlines • Thai Airways • Sichuan Airlines • Turkish Airlines • T’way Air • UNI Airways • United • Uzbekistan Airways • Tianjin Airlines • Vietnam Airlines • Yakutia Airlines • VietJet

Terminal 2:

Aeroflot • Air France • Aeromexico • China Airlines • Czech Airlines Alitalia • • Garuda Indonesia • KLM • Delta • Xiamen Airlines.• Korean Airlines. 

4. Doha Hamad International Airport

Hamad International Airport is the global airport for Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The airport has been named the globe’s most architecturally significant terminal building, and the most glamorous. Hamad was rated the best Middle East Airport, Best Airport: thirty to forty million travellers and Best Middle East Airport Staff in 2019. Hamad International is listed as one of the top Airports in the world. This Airport is a strong contender for the Top Airport you would find anywhere.

Standard advice suggests it is most satisfying to arrive two hours ahead of departure time at the airport. Anyone who flies through Qatar’s Hamad International could want to double or even triple that.

Not because of delayed flights or any problems; but because of the sparkling, ultra-modern infrastructures. In reality, if you have signed up to their e-passport system, you’re going to be through in minutes.

It’s basically because you’ll want to enjoy that extra travel time revelling in what’s perhaps the planet’s most lavish airport and one of the best airports the universe probably has to offer.

It is also probably the coolest

Launched in 2014 with the intention of transforming Doha’s Arab Gulf capital into a regional air gateway serviced by Qatar Airways, HIA currently handles over thirty million travellers a year.

Passengers passing through its majestic halls and lounges outside the peak hours may be forgiven for assuming that they were the first to ever set foot in the place.

Silent and spotless.

Every glittering surface of their luxurious areas of departure and arrival is immaculate.

The destination is absolutely quiet. HIA is a quiet airport except for Muslim calls to prayer that are made five times a day.

There are no loud announcements to interrupt the silence, and you could hear a pin drop at certain moments, it’s so silent. Not like in this ultra-clean place you will see so much like a dropped pin.

The complete HIA experience starts at the very entrance— for ow only accessible by car, but a rail service should be completed in time for Qatar’s 2022 holding of the World Cup finals for football.

This is indeed a majestic construction. Constructed on land reclaimed from the sea, the structure reflects its coastline position with a rooftop that spirals in swooping peaks and troughs away from the Concours. A nearby mosque resembles a large droplet of water in brown.

Inside, departing travellers’ step into an elevated check-in space, lit by bright sunlight from lozenge-shaped skylights in the afternoon.

It’s here that you may potentially have one of their first experiences with the things that make HIA so incredibly amazing— the artworks.

Subversive Art. 

Well, airport art isn’t necessarily a revolutionary idea, but when was anyone conscious of seeing one in recent times?

No-one at HIA would forget it in a rush. This may very well be one of the reasons why you will not forget about this airport. No discussion about top airports in the world will be complete without including Doha Hamad International Airport.

Back to the arts; some of it is clever, like the fun plastic birds sitting atop the screens of information at the front of the airport. Other pieces stop everybody in their tracks.

As the disruptive Swiss artist Urs Fischer “Lamp Bear”— a huge, surreal yellow teddy bear sitting under a black lamp. It is such an exciting scene in the central departure hall in front of this there is a near-constant crowd of tourists, taking selfie shots.

There is another eye-catching piece of avant-garde modern art that is farther in, by the far-departure gates. “SMALL LIE” by the renowned New York pop artist KAWS is a new addition, created in March 2018 in an action involving removing an entire part of the airport wall.

These are art pieces that some fanatics will potentially be flying to see here.

An airport on the coast of Arabia seems to be a surprising spot to discover cutting-edge works of contemporary art. HIA believes this surprise element will help set it apart from competing air hubs.

What makes HIA unique is its innovative exhibition space. The Qataris are convinced that the airport is the gateway to arts and culture. There are already more than 20 permanent artworks at the airport. Anyone with a couple of hours to kill would do much worse than track them all down.

Not your scene, Surrealist sculpture?

That’s all right, HIA has plenty of options up its sleeves.

Exclusive Ambient

There are plenty of regular airport food and shopping outlets for normal travellers going by and there are also several luxury boutiques. Gucci, Burberry, Adidas, Rolex, all of Swarovski’s here.

Just want to flop into a chair? Even the seating in the communal area is elegant— both chrome and leather in Italian style.

If you mind standing on the moving walkways to get to your gate, there’s a sleek subway train to take you much faster out there.

There’s also a great airport gym— available to any passenger wanting to book in for a session.

It has an inviting swimming pool of 25 meters, a full range of workout equipment, two squash courts (although these can be turned into a golf area), plus hydrotherapy and spa treatment.

The sports complex is adjacent to HIA’s Oryx Hotel, a 100-room transit lodging with consistency and cleanliness that fits the majority of the airport Guests may check in to regular rooms or larger family suites of five or six beds, for eight hours or longer.

Passengers lucky enough to be with Qatar Airways flying business or first class are in for the time of their lives.

The Al Mourjan lounge biz class is the kind of location some tired travellers would actually have to get pulled out of to make their flight.

This Airport is just as large as it is luxurious. The Airport spans 10,000 square meters (talk about a top airport), with elements of Instagrammable water and is capable of handling up to 1,000 passengers at a time.

It is still silent though, with an exclusive club atmosphere. Guests will sit at individual tables fitted with tablets with departure information to make sure they don’t miss their train.

Airlines

Qatar Airways is home to Hamad International Airport but they also host many other airlines from around the world.

Air India AI

Air India Express IX 

Air Italy IG

All Nippon Airways NH 

American Airlines AA

Asiana Airlines OZ

Azerbaijan Airlines J2

Badr Airlines J4

Biman Bangladesh Airlines BG 

British Airways BA 

Cathay Pacific CX 

Ethiopian Airlines ET

Finnair AY

Himalaya Airlines H9 

Iberia Airlines IB 

IndiGo Airlines 6E 

Iran Air IR 

Japan Airlines JL

Jazeera Airways J9 

Jet Airways 9W 

JetBlue B6 

KLM KL

Kuwait Airlines KU 

Latam Airlines LA

Lufthansa LH 

Malaysia Airlines MH 

MEA Middle East Airlines ME 

Nepal Airlines RA 

Oman Air WY

Pakistan Int’l Airlines PK

Pegasus Airlines PC 

Philippine Airlines PR 

Qatar Airways QR 

Regent Airways RX

Royal Air Maroc AT

Royal Jordanian RJ

S7 Airlines S7 

SalamAir OV 

Srilankan Airlines UL

Sudan Airways SD 0187011000

Syrian Airlines RB 

Tarco Air 3T 

Turkish Airlines TK 

United Airlines UA 

US-Bangla Airlines BS

Wataniya Airways Q9 

5. Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong International Airport is one of our top 10 airports in the world. It hosts more than 100 airlines offering services to about 180 destinations worldwide, including 44 Chinese Mainland destinations. It is an ex, multiple recipients of the World Airport Awards for the award of the Airport of the year. Hong Kong was named Best Dining Airport of the World, and Best Immigration Airport Service of the World in 2019. Our Hong Kong Airport article is a great place to start preparing your stay, whether you have a stopover, overnight sleepover or just pass quickly.  

What to look for.

The Hong Kong International Airport is a large complex with two terminals (1 and 2) and two separate contests (Midfield and North Satellite). While the terminals and halls are linked by a driverless rail, and notwithstanding moving sidewalks, navigating around each terminal or hall may still require considerable trekking. Wear comfortable shoes! Across the airport, there are lots of dining, shopping and entertainment options. Go to Terminal 1 for shopping at the SkyMart, or Terminal 2 to SkyPlaza for entertainment. There is free Wi-Fi, and there are lots of power outlets for charging your mobile devices, but you should be told that they only accept Hong Kong / English plugs and USB. Passengers will pay to use one of the 24-hour airport lounges, some of which provide baths, for added convenience.

Where to Sleep.

When searching for suitable sleeping areas, you will have to be on the airside, as there are very few seating areas on the ground. Several seats and benches on the airside have no armrests which make stretching easier. Although reviews are mixed, finding suitable sleeping nooks seems to be more of a case of looking hard enough and you will encounter them rather than it being a lack of them. In reality, the positive reviews of travellers include relaxing quarters, resting spaces, semi-secluded lounge chairs outside exits, cosy sleeping chairs behind food court stores, and plenty of armrest-free chairs in outdoor areas. The airport stays bustling at all hours and is often very noisy at night, particularly when it comes to cleaning staff, so make sure to bring earplugs or headphones that suppress noise. Hotels at Terminals 1 and 2, and many other nearby providing shuttle service are eligible for uninterrupted sleep.

Good to Know. 

Be careful when you stay landside. Numerous reports of scam artists preying on visitors asking for cash or food. As one of the best airports around, they need to invest in tighter security to catch some of these fraudsters and deter the rest.

Lounges at the airport.

Pay-per-use, single-visit memberships with passes & lounges.

Whatever class of service you travel, there are lounges that you can access by paying at the entrance, obtaining a lounge pass or a lounge access plan (i.e. Priority Pass). For more information about the lounge itself, check the person lounge page and also find out how you can get entry to the lounge with just a pass to the economy class!

Centurion Lounge-Location: Airside Terminal 1, Level Seven, near Gate 60. Showers are accessible. Lounge Access: American Express Card Holders • Members of the Centurion Membership.

Plaza Premium Lounge (West Hall) –Location: Airside Terminal 1, Level Seven, Departures Hall West Wing, next to Gate 40. Offering exclusive seating places and showers. Hours: 24 hours available. Lounge Access: Entrance Payment • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership Programs.

Passes Plaza Premium Lounge (East Hall)-Location: Terminal 1, airside, Level Six, Hall East Wing, close Gate 1. Showers are accessible. Hours: 24 hours available. Lounge Access: Door Fee • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership Services.

Plaza Premium Lounge (Arrivals)–Place: Terminal 2, Landside, Level Three. Private relaxing area open, with showers. Hours: 24 hours, available. Lounge Entrance: Pay at The Door

Plaza Premium First Lounge–location: Terminal 1, Airside, near to Gate 1, Level Six, Stage of Departures. Showers are accessible. Lounge Access: Door Fee.

Qantas Club–Location: Floor 7, Airside, above Gate 15 Lounge Access: Lounge subscription programs. United Club–Location: Terminal 1, Airside, West Concourse, Level 7, just before Gate 61. Showers are accessible. Lounge Access: Pay at the Entrance with evidence of United Airlines ticket • United Subscription.

Airline Lounges. 

You can use the lounges mentioned below if you are a First or Business Class traveller. 

Hong Kong Airlines VIP Lounge Club (Autus) Midfield Concourse, Airside:

Terminal 1, Airside: Location: Cathay Pacific The Bridge • Cathay Pacific The Pier First Class Lounge • Cathay Pacific The Deck • Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge • Cathay Pacific The Wing Business Class Lounge • Thai Airways Royal Orchid Lounge • Hong Kong Airlines VIP Lounge (Club Bauhinia) • Singapore Airlines SilverKris Business Class Lounge • Cathay Pacific The Wing First Class Lounge • Thai Airways First Class Lounge • The Emirates Lounge • United Global First Lounge • Sky Team Lounge.

Hotels Near the Airport

If you are not drawn to the thought of sleeping at This Airport, there are hotels inside and close to the airport: 

Aerotel Refresh Airport

At Airport

Location: Terminal 1, Airside, near Gates 35 and 60. Personal “relaxation cabins” for single passengers rentable in 1-6-hour blocks. Cabins come with showers Accessible only for travelers 

Regal Airport Hotel

At Airport 

An air-conditioned bridge connects to Terminal 1. The hotel is a two-minute stroll or 1-minute drive through a scheduled shuttle to the airport. Day rooms are available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM for use.

Novotel Hotel Citygate

Near the airport

(5 minutes from the airport) A free airport shuttle operates from 6:00 AM to 11:40 PM every 20 minutes between the Car Park 1 at Terminal 1 (Bay 11-14) and the hotel. 

Sky City Marriott Airport

Near the Airport

(5 minutes from the airport) A regular airport shuttle bus runs between the airport and the hotel from 5:00 AM to 12:30 AM. The shuttle is accessible from Car Park 1, Terminal 1, Bay 11/12. You will contact an Airport Officer in Terminal 1 at B05 Marriott Counter if you require assistance.

A list of hotels near Hong Kong Airport on TripAdvisor that can be sorted by location, distance, traveler rating, and popularity is available to see more choices.

6. Centrair Nagoya

In the year 2014, 9.8 million passengers flew to Nagoya the Central Japan International Airport, commonly known as Centrair. The airport has a substantial percentage of international traffic, with several regional routes to Asian cities run. Frankfurt, Helsinki, Detroit, and Honolulu comprise longer-haul routes. In 2019, Centrair was named Best Regional Airport of the World, and Best Airport: 10-20 million passengers. These are some of the factors we considered that made Centrair Nagoya end up in our top 10 airports in the world list.

Located just on the outskirts of Nagoya, Central Japan International Airport Centrair (Chūbu Kūkō, airport code: NGO) is Japan’s fourth most important international airport after Tokyo’s Haneda and Narita Airports and Kansai Airport.

Built on a man-made isle in the Bay of Ise, Central Japan Airport was opened in February 2005 just in time for the Aichi Expo 2005. It took over all international and most domestic air traffic previously covered by Komaki Airport in Nagoya. It is one of the most comfortable and friendly airports in Japan, providing a wide array of shopping and dining options including even a public bath.

The airport consists of a building with two terminals.

Terminal 1 is the primary terminal used by most airlines for domestic and international flights, while Terminal 2 is a smaller terminal used by discount airlines. In about 5-10 minutes you can walk between the two terminals via moving walkways.

Right next to Terminal 2 is the Flight of Dreams Shopping and Dining Complex, which opened in autumn 2018 and displays the first-ever manufactured Boeing 787 aircraft and is thematized after Seattle, where Boeing’s headquarters was originally located. In addition to shops and restaurants dedicated to Seattle, the complex contains a children-friendly museum about (Boeing) aircraft.

Japanese companies made a significant contribution to the development of the Boeing 787 aircraft.

Access.

Central Japan Airport sits approximately 40 kilometers south of Nagoya. It is easily linked by public transportation to Nagoya and different places via central Japan. The train is the fastest and cheapest option for reaching Nagoya Station.

Most transportation options arrive at the Access Plaza adjoining to Terminal 1 or a 5-10-minute walk from Terminal 2 and depart from there.

Via rail

The one-way trip via Meitetsu Railway from Nagoya Station to Central Japan Airport takes 30 minutes and costs 890 yen per unreserved seat, and 1250 yen per reserved seat.

The airport railways also offer direct links to the city of Inuyama and Gifu. A switch of trains at Jingu-mae Station is necessary to get to Toyohashi. Various types of trains operate between the airport and central Nagoya: Myu Sky regular express trains hold reserved seats only while limited express trains carry reserved seats as well as non-reserved ones. All other rail types like express and local trains, only hold unreserved seats and are significantly slower than the limited express trains. Each hour, there are several departures.

The Japan Rail Pass is not valid on trains in Meitetsu.

By bus.

Between the airport and several locations around Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture and surrounding prefectures, Meitetsu Bus operates bus service. Particularly, there is one bus service that connects the airport once every two hours with several hotels in central Nagoya, the bus terminal in Sakae and the Meitetsu Bus Center next to Nagoya Station. The one-way trip would cost 1300 yen and will take 45 to 85 minutes depending on the bus stop.

By taxi.

It costs about 15,000 yen for a taxi ride to central Nagoya.

By boat to Tsu.

 High-speed boats connect the airport roughly every hour with the town of Tsu in Mie Prefecture across Ise Bay. It takes 45 minutes to travel one route and costs 2520 yen

Hotels

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel 

In the center area of Nagoya–A great location.

One of our top picks in Nagoya.

Nagoya Tokyu Hotel is just 500 meters from Sakae Metro Station and boasts a fitness center with an indoor pool, sauna, and 3 dining options. The spacious rooms come with European-style furniture, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a minibar. Private parking on location is available at a surcharge.

The air-conditioned rooms at the Nagoya Tokyu come with manufactured European fabrics. Guests can wear the bathrobe and slippers and unwind with a pay-tv program. Every space is fitted with tea making facilities, seating area, and shower.

JR Nagoya Train Station is a 15-minute ride from neighboring Sakae Station by subway. A 20-minute subway ride away is Higashiyama-Koen Park (with Nagoya Zoo and Botanical Garden). Nagoya Airport is approximately 20 minutes ‘ drive away.

Loire Restaurant serves French cuisine while Nadaman offers Japanese meals, Edo-style sushi and tempura on multi-course (kaiseki). It also serves Chinese and foreign cuisines.

Naka Ward is a great choice for visitors who are involved in city hikes, local food, and urban excursions.

Couples like the location especially — they rated it as 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel 

The Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel is directly connected to JR Nagoya Station and offers an indoor swimming pool and a fitness center with workout machines for a fee, 8 restaurants, and free Wi-Fi. A sauna room at the Thermarium can be accessible on request. Massage therapies are provided at an additional charge.

The Marriott Associa rises high above Nagoya Station and offers rooms with sweeping views of the town. They come with a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar and a private safe. The connected bathroom comes with toiletries and a hairdryer, while green tea is given free of charge.

The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and it provides dry cleaning packages and a paid amenities market center.

Guests will find on-site payable parking.

Mikuni Nagoya Restaurant serves authentic French cuisine, while the 52nd floor offers panoramic metropolitan views. Specialties from Japanese Kyoto can be enjoyed in the restaurant Tsuruya.

The Associa Nagoya Marriott Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Castle Nagoya. The Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art is an 8-minute train ride away while the Toyota Commemorative Industry and Technology Museum is a 2-minute express train ride away. A 30-minute express train ride takes you to Nagoya Centair station.

To travelers involved in easy public transport, shopping and sightseeing, Nakamura Ward is a great choice.

According to independent reviews, this is the favorite part of Nagoya for guests. Couples like the location especially—they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

7. Munich

Munich Airport is Germany’s second busiest airport and the Lufthansa German Airlines secondary headquarters; however, this is not the only reason why it ends up in our top 10 airports in the world list. With over 150 retail stores and some 50 places to eat and drink, Munich International Airport is like a city center with something to see and do for tourists and guests alike. Munich was elected Europe’s Best Airport, Central Europe’s Best Airport, and Best Airport: 40-50 million passengers in 2019;

What to Expect.

The airport in Munich is made up of two terminals (T1 and T2). T1 houses gates A–E and is home to all airlines outside of the Star Alliance. T2 houses gates G, H and L and for Star Alliance airlines, like Lufthansa, it is the headquarters for these airlines. Munich Airport Center -the landside center for shopping, eating, and entertainment -separates the terminals.

When it comes to traveler comfort and convenience, Munich Airport goes above and beyond. A plus for it and one of the reasons it is one of the best airports around. The airport offers a number of exclusive facilities including an airport restaurant, airport guides, a casino, mini-golf, pools, and a terrace for guests. They also sell the essentials, including two 24-hour Munich Airport Centre restaurants and guaranteed free Wi-Fi.

There are first-class lounges for those searching for a little bit of added luxury that economy class travelers can pay to use.  

Where to Sleep.

Terminal 2

Airside Airport, Munich. Munich Airport has a number of decent places to rest or sleep for weary travelers (with valid tickets) and if you’re flying out of Terminal 2, you’re lucky. Terminal 2 has several assigned rest zones in addition to armrest-free seating, complete with reclining seats and footrests. If you prefer and don’t mind paying, some privacy

there are also a couple of snooze cabs you can pay to use by the hour. There are also several nearby hotels, including one located between the terminals.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Subscriptions 

If you are a traveler in the economy class, you can enter these lounges at Munich airport either by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program (i.e. Priority Pass). 

 Europa Lounge

Passes 

 – Location:

Terminal 1, airside, Level Three (Non-S Schengen Area) Departures C. There are showers available. Lounge Access: Door fee • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership services.

Airport Lounge World

Passes  

Location:

Location: Terminal 1, airside, Level three, Departures C (Non-S Schengen area). Showers are provided. Lounge Access: Door Pay • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership Programs.

Lounges for the airline. You may have access to the lounges listed below if you are a First or Business Class traveler. Check the airline’s website for more information.

Emirates Lounge (Location: Terminal 1, Module C, Level 5) • Air France Lounge (Location: Terminal 1, Module D, Level 5) • British Airways Gallery Lounge (Location: Terminal 1, Module B, Level 5).

Airport Hotel and Sleeping Pods. 

 If you don’t like sleeping in Munich Airport, there are hotels close to the airport: 

Snooze Cabs 

Inside Airport

Self-service full-bed sleeping quarters, tiny desk, A / C, safety blinds, internet access and more. 4 Terminal 2 locations: Level 4, Gate G06• Level 3, next to Edeka and the Service Centre; Level 5, Gate H32 • Level 5, Gate L01). Nap cabs can be booked and ordered locally (only by credit card). Tariffs are by the hour: € 15 per hour from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and € 10 from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, with a minimum charge of 2 hours. You should book online or at the airport.

Hilton Munich Airport

At Airport 

Located at the airport near Terminals 1 and 2, this is just a short walk from the hotel’s baggage claim. Rooms are available for day use from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Novotel Munich Airport

Near Airport (5 minutes from the airport)

The hotel doesn’t have a shuttle, but travellers can take the Airport Bus 635, which runs every 20 minutes and stops at the hotel (bus fare is € 1.40 per person, each way)

NH München Airport 

Near Airport (5 minutes from the airport)

The airport shuttle bus is accessible each way for € 5 per passenger. Departs from 3:33 AM to 12:33 AM every 30 minutes. The shuttle is located at Munich Airport Center and Terminal 2 with two other hotels and continues.

Available Airlines

As of December 2019, As a top airport, Munich airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Aer Lingus • Aeroflot • Air Cairo • Adria Airways • Air China • Air Dolomiti • Air Europa • Air France • Air Malta • Air Canada • AirBaltic • Alitalia • Alba Star • Alitalia • American Airlines • ANA • Arkia • ASL Airlines • Air Nostrum • Avianca • Azimuth • Belavia • Blue Air • British Airways • Condor • Corendon • Austrian Airlines • Delta • easyJet • EgyptAir • El Al Israel Airlines • Emirates • Enter Air • Croatia Airlines • Eurowings • Finnair • Freebird Airlines • Iberia • Icelandair • Israir • KLM • Kuwait Airways • Etihad Airways • LOT • Lufthansa • Luxair • Neos • Nesma Airlines • Norwegian • Nouvelair • Laudamotion • Onur Air • Orange2Fly • Pegasus Airlines • Qatar Airways • Royal Air Maroc • Oman Air • Ryanair • S7 Airlines • SAS • Saudia • Singapore Airlines • South African Airways • Royal Jordanian • SundAir • SunExpress • Swiss • Tailwind Airlines • TAP Portugal • TAROM • Thai Airways • SprintAir • Transavia Airlines • Travel Service • TUIFly • Tunisair • Turkish Airlines • Trade Air • United Airlines • Ural Airlines • Utair • Volotea • Voyage-Air • Vueling • Ukraine International Airlines • Widerøe.

8. London Heathrow

The next entry on our list of Top 10 Airports in the World is the London Heathrow Airport. London Heathrow Airport is UK’s busiest airport and Europe’s busiest by passenger traffic and has been the biggest international commercial airport in the world, it has recently lost the title to Dubai Airport but it is still one of the very best airports around. Heathrow was voted Best Shopping Airport of the World in 2019, and Best Airport in Western Europe. Terminal 5 was named Best Airport Terminal in the World.

The London Heathrow Airport is accessible 24 hours a day, but the procedure may vary depending on your time of arrival during the night and your specific terminal. For e.g., it seems in Terminal 3 that airport security officials will move all overnight sleepers to one designated area until around 4:00 AM. If you end up at a terminal from which you are not departing from, be sure to check the schedules of the interterminal bus departure so that you arrive at the right terminal in time for check-in.

There is a good amount of seating available in general, although the quality and locations of each of the 4 terminals vary. Expect both metal armrest chairs and different benches with and without armrests or padding. If you arrive to spend the night, you may need to stay in the pre-Secure, public areas until early morning Security checkpoints open. A recent review mentioned that Airside is only allowed overnight stays in Terminal 3. Travelers equipped to sleep on the floor, maybe with a pillow, a sleeping pad or even a sleeping bag, are able to find dimmer corners and do not seem to get any flacks from the airport staff.

Here are good places to snooze reported by travelers.

Terminal 2, you can find a relatively isolated quiet zone when walking from A gates to gatesB31-B49. Make sure you don’t get on the escalator and take the lift down or maybe miss it.

There are padded, armrest-free benches and plenty of power outlets at Terminal 3, above Departures and near the Pret a Manger.

Pre-Security in Terminal 4, as long as you purchase it, you may be able to hang out in the 24-hour cafe for a long time.

Terminal 5, Departures floor above, has a few armrest-free benches in the G section.

Pre-Security, Central Bus Station linked by the underground tunnel connection to Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and to the station.

Rest Zones. 

London Heathrow Airport has designated rest areas, perfectly equipped with lounge chairs for tired travellers in need of relaxation. Built over the terminals. There’s also a restroom at Terminal 3, Gates 24-25 with couches, vending machines and more. The London Heathrow Airport has four active terminals (T2, T3, T4, and T5) that are linked by landside shuttle service. Navigation can be a bit complicated given the size and traffic levels of the airport–especially during tight connections and peak travel times. A wide array of services and facilities are available at the airport, with a number of 24-hour options and unlimited free Wi-Fi. It should be noted, however, that not all terminals are created in the same way as the services and facilities at each terminal vary. As a top airport, there are first-class hotels for those looking for a little added comfort while waiting, some of which have showers that passengers in the economy class can pay to access. 

Where to Sleep.

As a whole, Heathrow is fairly welcoming of airport sleepers. Although the airport is always bustling during the day, the evening is always so very quiet (the sheer number of travellers is enough reason to make it one of the top airports in the world). If you’re heading to Heathrow overnight, know that different terminals have different levels of comfort and sleep protocols. There are plenty of sleep-friendly seatings available in T2.

Nonetheless, bear in mind that there aren’t many private or dimly lit areas, rendering an eye mask and will be very beneficial here. T3 includes designated rest areas with sofas and lounges. Overnight though, security seems to be trying to round people up into one central area. The best options for sleeping in T4 are landside, and it sounds like the section on the airside may close overnight. When you try to sleep on the plains and you are not a member of the EU, you may be sent to T3. When you wind up at a terminal from which you do not depart, make sure to verify the start times of the interterminal bus departure so that you arrive at the correct terminal in time for check-in. There are sleep cabins in Terminal 4, hotels connected to Terminals 4 and 5, and many other nearby hotels, connected by shuttles, for uninterrupted sleep.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

In Terminal 4, hotels connected to regardless of the class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program (i.e. Priority Pass). For more information about the lounge itself, check the person lounge page and also find out how you can get entry to the lounge with just a pass to the economy class! Terminals 4 and 5, and many other nearby hotels connected by shuttle service.

Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge

Location: 

Terminal 2B – Airside, Queen’s Terminal. Lounge Access: On-line check-in purchase • Lounge membership programs.

Plaza Premium Arrivals Lounge (Terminal 2)

Location: Arrivals Hall, Terminal 2, Landside, Level 1. There are showers and private rest suites). ($Lounge Access: Door Pay • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership Programs.

 Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 2A)

 Location: Terminal 2A (Departure Level), Airside, Level 4. Showers and private rest suites are available. Lounge Access: Pay at the Door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs.

United Club

Location: Terminal 2, Airside, parallel Gate B46. Showers are accessible. Lounge access: pay at the door with a United Airlines ticket proof. United Club Member Subscription.

Terminal 3

American Airlines Admirals Club

Location: Departure stage Airside Terminal 3, Lounge field H. Lounge access: Charge at the door for American Airlines fare confirmation • Lounge subscription packages.

Club Aspire 

Location: Terminal 3, just off Gate 9. Showers are given. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs in the lounge.

 No. 1 Heathrow Lounge

Location: airside Terminal 3, near gates 13-22. Extra charges apply for showers and private rooms with beds. Lounge Access: Door Pay • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership Programs.

Plaza Premium Arrivals Lounge (Terminal 3) 

Location: Terminal 3, Ground Floor, Arrivals, Next to the bus stops. Showers are available. Lounge Access: Fee at the Door.

9. Tokyo Narita

Tokyo Narita Airport is a top 10 airport that serves Japan’s Greater Tokyo Region. Narita represents Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways as the Regional gateway. As of 2016, Narita was Japan’s second-most busy passenger airport. Narita was named Best Airport Staff of the World in 2019, and Best Airport Staff in Asia. Many travellers will acknowledge that this airport is one of the best airports around.

What to Expect

Tokyo Narita Airport is split into three terminals (1, 2, so 3), and depending on your terminal the experience can differ. Terminal 1 is split into a North Wing and a South Wing, with further satellite areas branching off both wings. Terminals 2 and 3 are more simplistic, each with a single satellite area and a main building. Low-cost carriers are closest to Terminal 3, so assume less capacity and fewer facilities. The three street-level terminals are linked by buses however expect to walk a lot.

Once inside, there are plenty of dining options, perfect for both Asian and Western cravings, though most restaurants close by 9:00 pm. Go to the Yoshinoya at Terminal 2, Landside, Floor 2 for 24 hours feed.

Wi-Fi is free and you will find plenty of power outlets for charging your devices. Do you want to freshen up? Terminals 1 and 2 moves to the pay-to-use shower facilities. Economy class travellers can upgrade their stopover by paying for entering one of several lounges at airports. 

Where to Sleep.

Travellers acknowledge that this airport is comfortable to take a short snooze. Terminal 1 is the best place for good sleeping spots, and security guards here seem to round up overnight campers into a designated area, equipped with benches and carpeting. You may be able to use the seats and benches for makeshift beds when restaurants close. If you’re in Terminal 3, keep your eyes peeled for one of the couches that are lying flat. Wherever you stay overnight, expect security guards to verify your id and boarding pass, otherwise, they can kick you out. Many travellers have reported bright lights and noise so carry your earplugs and an eye mask along. Day-rooms can be reserved by the hour for uninterrupted sleep on the airside of Terminals 1 and 2, and a capsule hotel is adjacent to Terminal 2. Otherwise, nearby hotels provide visitors with free shuttle service.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Subscription Memberships

Whatever class of service you travel by, there are lounges that you can join by paying at the airport, buying a lounge pass or a lounge access plan (i.e. Priority Pass). 

Terminal 1

IASS Executive Lounge (Terminal 1)

Location: Terminal 1, Landside, Fifth Floor Central Building. Lounge access: lounge passes prepaid • Lounge membership programs

KAL Business Lounge

Location: Airside Terminal 1, Satellite 2, 3rd Level, next to Gate 26. Lounge Access: Membership programs in the Lounge.

United Club 

Location: Airside Terminal 1, Sat 3, Gate 31. Showers are accessible. Lounge Access: Pay with United Airline’s ticket proof at the door• United Club membership.

Terminal 2

American Airlines Admirals Club 

Location: Airside Terminal 2, close Gate 71. There are Day Passes open. Lounge Access: Pay at the door with American Airlines ticket confirmation • Membership of the Admirals Club.

IASS Executive Lounge (Terminal 2)

Location: Terminal 2, Landside, Lower 4th Floor Tower. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Membership subscription in the lounge.

Qantas Club 

Location: Terminal 2, Satellite Tower, 2nd Floor (3rd Floor entrance). Lounge access: Subscription Membership in the Qantas Lounge.

T.E.I. Lounge

Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are multiple locations. Lounge access: membership programs for lounges

Airline Lounges (members only)

Delta Sky Club 

Location: Terminal 1, Airside, # 2 Satellite 4F. Lounge Access: Premium Status • Membership in Delta Sky Club

Airport Hotels and Dayrooms

Day Rooms

In Transit

Day-rooms are accessible hourly in Terminals 1 and 2 for transit travellers. Day rooms are fitted with shower/toilet en-suite and single or twin beds, with blankets, shampoo, towels, soap, and hairdryer. The Rates are 1,560 yen (single) per hour and 2,520 yen (twin) hourly. The additional time is 780 yen (single) hourly and 1.260 yen (twin) hourly. Locations: T1, airside, Central Building, 3rd Floor Hours: 6:30 AM–9:00 PM • T2, airside, satellite, 3rd Floor Hours: 7:00 AM–10:00 PM (final check-in at 8:30 PM). Showers are available for rent without room rent, 1,050 yen for the first 30 minutes and 530 yen for every 15 minutes extra.

Nine Hours Narita Airport

At Airport 

This hotel in the capsule has check-in and reception open 24 hours. Capsule nap pods are located at Terminal 2, on the multi-story Car Park P2, B1F. Capsules can be booked by the hour from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (starting at 1.500 yen/hr.). Late stays with basic packages or a breakfast schedule are also available. Non-guests who only need a shower can use the 1000-yen (up to 1 hour) shower facilities. Showers are available free of charge for visitors with capsules

Narita Airport Rest House

Near Airport – (5 minutes from the airport) 

Free shuttle service departs every 20 minutes and runs from 6:20 AM to 11:15 PM between both terminals and the hotel. Day rooms are accessible at rates beginning at 4500 JPY from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Hotel Nikko Narita 

Near Airport – (10 minutes from the airport) 

Located just off the airport. The airport shuttle runs free daily roundtrip to both terminals (bus stop 33 at Terminal 2/1F and bus stand 16 at Arrival Lobby Terminal 1/1F). The shuttle operates from 4:40 AM (first hotel) until 12:30 AM (last airport shuttle)

Airlines.

As one of the top 10 airports in the world that made it to our list, The Tokyo Narita International Airport has a vast list of airlines that it supports. They have been listed below.

 Aeromexico • Air Busan • Air Calin Air • Canada • Air China • Air France • Air Japan • Air India • Aeroflot • Air New Zealand • Air Niugini • Air Seoul • Air Tahiti Nui • Alitalia • American Airlines • ANA • Air Macau • Aurora • Austrian Airlines • Bangkok Air • British Airways • Cathay Pacific • Cebu Pacific • Asiana • China Eastern • China Southern • Delta • Eastar Jet • EgyptAir • Emirates • Ethiopian Air • China Airlines • EVA Air • Fiji Airways • Finnair • Firefly • Garuda Indonesia • Hainan Airlines • Etihad Airways • HK Express • Hong Kong Airlines • Iberia • Ibex • JAL • Jeju Air • Jetstar • Jin Air • KLM • Hawaiian Airlines • LATAM • LOT • Lufthansa • Malaysia Airlines • Mandarin Airlines • MIAT Mongolian Airlines • Korean Air • Peach Airlines • Philippines Airlines • Qantas • Qatar Airways • Royal Brunei Airlines • NOKScoot • SAS • Scoot • Shandong Air • Shenzhen Airlines • Sichuan Airlines • Singapore Airlines • S7 Airlines • Spring Airlines • SriLankan Airlines • Swiss • Thai AirAsia • Thai Airways • Thai Lion Air • South Africa Airways • Turkish Airlines • T’way Air • United Airlines • Uzbekistan Airlines • Vanilla Air • Vietjet Air • Tigerair • Virgin Australia • Xiamen Airlines • Vietnam Airlines.

10. Zurich International Airport

Zürich Airport is Switzerland’s biggest international airport and is Swiss International Air Lines ‘ headquarters airport at the 2019 World Airport Awards Zurich Facility was named Best Airport Security Processing in the World. This Airport is our last entry in our top 10 airports in the world

What to Expect

Zurich Airport is divided into Center Airport and Center Airside. The Airport Center holds operations on the landside such as check-in desks and security checkpoints. The Airside Center functions as the hub for the three terminal/gate areas: A, B / D, and E. Terminal E is located in a separate building which is linked by underground train Skymetro. Upon completion in 2021 a new facility, currently under construction, will replace Terminal A.

Dining and shopping are plentiful (and expensive), though they are all nearby 10:00 PM. Pack late-night meals accordingly, as no eateries remain open 24 hours.

Other conveniences include free Wi-Fi, an assigned resting area with reclining napping chairs and pay-to-use showers. Passengers in the Economy class can pay to access some of the airport lounges.

Where to Sleep. 

Airport security is typically considerate of the few late-night campers, and they’ll likely check your ID and boarding pass. They also distribute a brochure to the pay-to-use napping area at the airport if you are interested in more convenience-for a fee. Travellers acknowledge that they are more relaxed on the airside than on the ground. Most gates are quiet at 11:00 pm and the benches offer some stretching spots.

Common complaints are the chilly days and bright lights; however, this is nothing that can’t be fixed by an extra layer and an eye mask and blanket. Try out the Gates B / D transit hotel and the conventional hotel attached to the Airport Centre for uninterrupted sleep. Nearby hotels often provide airport shuttles which are free or charged.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Whatever class of service you travel, there are lounges that you can join by paying at the airport, buying a lounge pass or a lounge access plan (i.e. Priority Pass). ⠀

Aspire Lounge (Non-Schengen)

Location: Airside, Midfield Terminal E, second Floor, above Gate E45. Lounge Access: Door Pay • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership programs

Aspire Lounge (Schengen)

Location: Airside, Schengen Area, 3rd floor of Airside Building. Access to Lounge: Pay at the Door • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership subscription.

 Dnata Skyview Lounge 

Location: Airside, Airside Center second floor-access via check-in # 1 and check-in # 2. Lounge Access: Door Fee • Lounge Prepaid Passes • Lounge Membership subscription.

 Primeclass Lounge

Location: Airside, just off Gate E52. Showers are accessible. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes • Membership programs in the lounge.

Swiss Lounge D

Location: Airside, Non-S Schengen region, Transit Area D. Showers are Accessible. 

Lounge Access: Membership Subscription for the Lounge.

Airline Lounges

If you are a First or Business Class traveller you may be able to access the lounges mentioned below. 

SKYTEAM Lounge • Swiss Arrival Lounge • Swiss Business Lounge • Swiss First Lounge • Swiss Senator Lounge• Swiss Senator / Company Lounge.

Airport Hotels.

Transit Hotel

Located in the Gates B / D transit district, this transit hotel offers private rooms and relaxing space. The private rooms are furnished with running water, beds a TV and a bath. The relaxation region have seats in private cubicles that are 12-bed style. They have covers. The expense of the bed and sleeping furniture covers showers. There are bath towels, toiletries, and hair dryers. Single (day) rates: CHF 49 (3 hours) • CHF 59 (6 hours) • CHF 79 (over 6 hours). Double (day) rates: CHF 65 (3 hours) • CHF 79 (6 hours) • CHF 99 (over 6 hours). Rates for triple rooms and overnight stays are also available. The prices for the rest & relax region are: CHF 25 (3 hours)

Radisson Blu Hotel Zurich Airport

At Airport 

(2-minute trek to the terminal at the airport) No airport shuttle service. The hotel is reachable via a walkway to the airport terminal

Mövenpick Hotel Zurich-Airport

Near Airport 

(Seven minutes away from the airport) Free shuttle service from 5:10 AM to 11:45 PM.

Holiday Inn Express Zurich Airport 

Near Airport 

(Five minutes away from the airport) Free shuttle service from 5:00 AM to 12:15 AM.

Airlines

As of January 2020, the following carriers are available in The Zurich International Airport

 Aer Lingus • Aeroflot • Air Baltic • Air Cairo • Air Canada • Air Europa • Air France • Air Malta • Aegean Airlines • Alitalia • American Airlines • Austrian Airlines • BA City Flyer • BH Air • British Airways • Bulgaria Air • AirSerbia • Corendon • Croatia Airlines • Cyprus Airways • Delta • easyJet • Edelweiss • EL AL Israel Airlines • Cathay Pacific • Etihad Airways • Eurowings • Finnair • Fly Egypt • Freebird • Hainan • Helvetic Airways • Iberia • Emirates • KLM • Korean Air • LOT • Lufthansa • Montenegro Airlines • Oman Air • Onur Air • Orange2Fly • Icelandair • Qatar Airways • Royal Air Maroc • Royal Jordanian • SAS • Sichuan Airlines • Singapore Airlines • Pegasus Airlines • SunExpress • Swiss • Tailwind Airlines • TAP Portugal • Thai Airways • Tunisair • Smartwings • Twin Jet • Ukraine International Airlines • United Airlines • Vueling • Turkish Airlines.