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Suvarnabhumi Airport: The new star among the best airports in the world!
Discover the latest rankings of the world's most connected airports, including major developments in Bangkok.
Suvarnabhumi Airport: The new star among the best airports in the world!
In the world of aviation, competition is fierce, and airports are vying for every passenger. An outstanding example of this is the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, which has established itself as the world's best hub for airline connectivity. According to a survey by Brilliant Maps and FlightConnections, the airport will top this ranking in 2025. With 113 resident airlines, Suvarnabhumi even surpasses major airports such as Paris Charles de Gaulle with 105 and Dubai International with 97 airlines.
But that's not all: with 484 daily flights to 151 destinations and over 51 million passengers annually, the airport plans to expand its capacity to 120 million passengers. These impressive numbers illustrate why Suvarnabhumi is a magnet not only for travelers, but also for airlines looking to expand into the Asian market.
Global growth strategy
The future of the airport looks bright. Massive expansion projects are being planned, including the eastern expansion of Terminal 1, the construction of a new Terminal 2 in the south and a fourth runway. The Airports of Thailand (AOT) With the strategic plan “Cargo Network 2025”, they have even formulated the goal of making Suvarnabhumi the leading air logistics hub in the ASEAN region.
In addition, the passenger experience is improved through optimized entry processes. Waiting times at immigration checkpoints have already been reduced to 15 minutes, a notable improvement compared to the previous 40 minutes. There are also now special lanes for international students and older travelers. This not only makes your stay at the airport more pleasant, but also shows that you have a good knack for customer service here.
Placements in international comparison
In international comparison, Suvarnabhumi Airport has also made a name for itself in other rankings. In the SKYTRAX ranking it rose from 58th to 39th place, showing that the investments and innovations at the airport are bearing fruit. On a global level, it also ranks 12th in the list of best connected airports. For the third year in a row, London Heathrow (LHR) remains in first place, followed by Istanbul Airport (IST), which rises six places, and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) in third place.
- 1. London Heathrow (LHR)
- 2. Istanbul Airport (IST)
- 3. Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
- 4. Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)
- 4. Frankfurt International (FRA)
- 6. Seoul Incheon International (ICN)
- 12. Suvarnabhumi Airport
- 22. Don Mueang International Airport (LCC)
The example of Suvarnabhumi shows that ambitious airports with a clear vision, solid plans and appropriate management can be successful not only nationally but also internationally. As airline confidence continues to grow, Suvarnabhumi is expected to attract even more international routes in the future and further cement its position on the global aviation map. No matter whether you are a business traveler or a leisure traveller, the airport has a lot to offer!