Hamad International Airport Chosen as Second Best Airport in the World

Hamad International Airport (HIA) has been ranked as the second-best airport in the world and has also won awards for ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ and ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for the ninth consecutive year.

At the Passenger Terminal Expo in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Hamad International Airport (HIA) was announced on March 15, 2023, as the second-best airport in the world, with Singapore’s Changi taking the top spot. Tokyo's Haneda International Airport was ranked third, followed by Incheon International Airport in fourth place, and Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport in fifth place.

HIA’s Chief Operating Officer, Engr Badr Mohammed Al Meer, said in the award recognition: “We’re pleased to receive these accolades by the prestigious Skytrax World Airport Awards and to be voted as one of the world’s leading airports. This is a positive reflection to our robust airport operations and team’s dedication.”

The awards are based on the world's largest airport customer satisfaction survey, which is completed by customers from over 60 nationalities.

HIA has undergone significant expansion, adding new lounges, retail outlets, and a new indoor tropical garden called the ORCHARD.