Doha airport wins Skytrax title is (again) world's best airport in 2024
The tussle for the title of world's best airport is a duel. Singapore Airlines held the title, in [...]
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The tussle for the title of best airport in the world is a duel. Singapore Airlines held the title, unchallenged for years, then with the outbreak of the pandemic and the closing of borders had taken the crown away from Changi for the first time. After a two-year reign Doha had once again had to bow down. And the stock was back in Asia.
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Today, however, Doha is back in the lead and according to Skytrax is the best airport in the world in 2024. Credit certainly goes to the new area called Orchard, just like Singapore's most famous street and with an architectural style that is very reminiscent of the Jewel, the pearl of the Asian airport.
Best airport in the world in 2024 is Doha's Hamad International
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L'Hamad International Airport (DOH) has once again secured the "World's Best Airport" award in the prestigious Skytrax World Airport Awards 2024 which were held at the Passenger Terminal Expo 2024 Frankfurt, Germany. The airport also won the title of "World's Best Airport for Shopping" for the second consecutive time and "Best Airport in the Middle East" for the 10th consecutive year.
Hamad International Airport's recognition is based on evaluations conducted by travelers, who rated the airport's performance through key performance indicators and selected it as the best in the world among a group of more than 500 global airports.
Hamad International Airport reached a significant milestone in 2023, witnessing an exceptional surge in passenger traffic. Serving more than 45 million passengers, the airport recorded a significant increase of 31% over the previous year, exceeding the momentum established during the historic World Cup. The airport has also welcomed esteemed new airline partners, including Vistara, Iberia, Xiamen Airlines, Garuda Indonesia and Japan Airlines, and serves more than 250 destinations, including passenger, cargo and charter flights.
Hamad International Airport is approaching the milestone of its 10th year of operation, and to mark the occasion, a 2024 full of activities is planned; projects include welcoming new airline partners, improving connectivity, and an ongoing effort to support the state of Qatar as a destination to host various global events. Committed to the Qatar National Vision 2030, Hamad International Airport also aims to intensify its commitment to sustainability through investments in new technologies and industry-leading initiatives, further cementing its position as a leader in the aviation industry.
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Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Eng. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, who has led the development and growth of Hamad International Airport Hamad over the past decade, said, "This is an extraordinary achievement for Hamad International Airport as it celebrates its 10th anniversary of excellence, seamlessly connecting passengers from all over the world. It is a testament to the commitment of our team and partners to provide passengers with the best travel experience. Our continued investment in facilities and pioneering retail and hospitality initiatives within one expansive terminal have made this achievement possible".
He also stressed the importance of understanding passenger needs and changing travel trends: "At the core of our growth strategy is travel, the evolving needs of customers and our commitment to meet and exceed their expectations. We have introduced a diverse range of airport experiences, including "Souq Al Matar," which brings Qatari hospitality and culture closer to travelers; "Orchard," the ideal place to relax and rejuvenate between flights; and a range of high-end lounges. We continue to push the boundaries of the industry to maintain our position as the best airport in the world.".