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World's Best Airport at the 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards

Hamad Airport Wins “World’s Best Airport” 2024 Award by Skytrax

Hamad International Airport has been recognized as the World’s Best Airport at the 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards for the third time. The airport, located in Doha, Qatar, is known for its exceptional service and Instagram-friendly spaces. 

The award is based on evaluations by air travelers who assessed the airport’s performance across key performance indicators. Hamad International Airport also won the title of World’s Best Airport Shopping for the second time in a row and Best Airport in the Middle East for the tenth consecutive year.

The airport’s recognition is a testament to the dedication of its team and partners, who have contributed to providing passengers with the finest travel experience. Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, Qatar Airways Group CEO, who spearheaded the development and growth of Hamad International Airport over the past decade, emphasized the importance of understanding passengers’ needs and evolving travel trends.

The airport has introduced a diverse range of experiences, including ‘Souq Al Matar’, ‘Orchard’, and high-end lounges, to meet and exceed passengers’ expectations.

Hamad International Airport achieved a significant milestone in 2023, serving over 45 million passengers, a 31% increase compared to the previous year. The airport also welcomed new esteemed airline partners, including Vistara, Iberia, Xiamen Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, and Japan Airlines, and serves over 250 destinations, including passenger, cargo, and chartered flights. 

As the airport approaches its milestone 10th year of operations, it anticipates a bustling 2024, with plans to welcome new airline partners, enhance connectivity, and support Qatar’s endeavors to host various global events. The airport is committed to the Qatar National Vision 2030 and aims to enhance sustainability efforts through investments in new technologies and pioneering industry-first initiatives

A Little About Skytrax World Airport Awards
The Skytrax World Airport Awards are prestigious accolades for airports around the world, serving as a global benchmark of excellence in the industry. These awards are voted on by customers in an annual global airport customer satisfaction survey, which is completed by more than 100 nationalities during a six-month period and assesses customer service and facilities across over 550 airports

Other Awards Won by Hamad International Airport
In 2023, the airport was ranked as the second-best airport in the world by the Skytrax World Airport Awards, along with winning titles for ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ and ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for the ninth time. The airport has been recognized for its exceptional service and facilities, which have been voted on by customers in a global airport customer satisfaction survey.