Which is the nicest airport in the world?

Okay, so you wanna know about the nicest airport in the world, huh? That’s a fun question!

Honestly, when I think “nicest,” I think beyond just clean bathrooms (though, let’s be real, that’s a huge plus!). I’m talking about the whole vibe, you know?

Anyway, a lot of folks seem to agree that Singapore’s Changi Airport is pretty much the gold standard. Like, seriously, have you seen pictures? It’s practically a botanical garden with airplanes! I haven’t been myself (bucket list item, for sure!), but I’ve heard stories about the indoor waterfall and the butterfly garden. A butterfly garden in an airport! Who even thinks of that?!

Then there’s Hamad Airport in Qatar. That one always ranks super high too. I guess they are doing something very very right over there.

But hey, it’s not just those two. Tokyo’s Narita, Osaka’s Kansai, Paris’ Charles de Gaulle, and even Istanbul Airport in Turkey pop up a lot in “best airport” conversations. They’re often praised for their cool designs and how easy they are to navigate. Though, full disclosure, my experience with Charles de Gaulle was…well, let’s just say “efficient” rather than “charming.” Maybe I just caught it on a bad day! We all have those, right?

Ultimately, “nicest” is subjective, I guess, but when you see the same airports consistently topping those lists, you know they’re doing something right. It makes you wonder what other airports are missing, doesn’t it? A little greenery, a little art, maybe just a little less of that frantic “I’m gonna miss my flight!” energy. I mean, is that too much to ask for?