Dubai International Airport (DXB) has retained its title as the world’s busiest airport for international passenger traffic in 2025, reinforcing its position as a major global aviation hub.
According to the latest Airports Council International (ACI) world rankings, DXB handled 95.2 million passengers in 2025.
DXB retained the top spot worldwide for international passenger traffic. London’s Heathrow, Incheon in Seoul, Singapore's Changi and Schiphol in Amsterdam rounded off the top-five busiest airports for international air traffic.
Including domestic passenger travel, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson retained its title as the world's busiest airport, handling 106.3 million travellers. DXB, Tokyo Haneda Airport, Dallas-Fort Worth in Texas and Shanghai Pudong International Airport rounded off the top five for overall traffic.
Commenting on the latest rankings, Justin Erbacci, Director General of ACI World, said, "These hubs keep people and goods moving, supporting global trade, tourism, and economic growth in their communities and regions. To help keep pace with rising demand, governments must prioritise sustained investment in airports and the broader aviation ecosystem.”
In 2025, passenger traffic globally is estimated to have reached 9.8 billion, an increase of 3.6% from 2024, according to ACI.