Singapore's Changi Airport has once again claimed the title of the world's best airport. The Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026 placed it at number one; this being the 14th time it has held the position since 2000.
Changi won four additional honours at the ceremony. These include World's Best Airport Dining, World's Best Airport Immigration Service, Best Airport in Asia, and World's Best Airport in the 60-70 Million Passenger Category.
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Why does Changi keep winning?
According to the report of Hindustan Times, Changi is more than a transit point. It houses gardens, art installations, and entertainment zones inside its terminals. Its most iconic feature is the Jewel, the tallest indoor waterfall in the world. According to ANI, the airport also serves as a major hub for connecting flights across Southeast Asia. Travellers can choose from a wide range of accommodation options to suit different budgets.
India's strong showing
Hindustan Times further reported that five Indian airports feature in the global top 100 this year. Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport leads the group, ranked 28th, up from 32nd last year. It also received the title of Best Airport in India & South Asia.
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport ranked 41st. It was also named the Best Regional Airport in India & South Asia for the third year running at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026.
Goa's Manohar International Airport came in at 64th place. Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport followed closely at 66th. Both airports moved up from their previous rankings.
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Other top performers globally
Four other airports joined Changi in the global top five. These are Incheon International Airport in Seoul, Tokyo's Haneda Airport along with Tokyo's Narita Airport, and Hong Kong International Airport, as cited by the Hindustan Times.
