Dubai International Airport (DXB) has secured its position as the world’s busiest airport, surpassing its competitors in terms of recorded seat numbers. Despite its seamless operations with efficient e-gates and punctual train services, the statistics for January 2024 highlight DXB’s prominence in global air travel.
Aviation consultancy OAG’s data reveals that DXB has logged an impressive 5 million seats this month, outperforming Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), which recorded 4.7 million seats. 
The current rankings of the top 10 busiest airports worldwide, as per OAG, are as follows:
Dubai International
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport
Tokyo Intl (Haneda)
Guangzhou (CN)
London Heathrow Airport
Dallas Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Denver International Airport
Istanbul Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
These rankings are based on international seats scheduled for the current month, compared to the same month in 2023.
While Dubai International Airport remains bustling, there are helpful tips and hacks to ensure a seamless transit experience. As the year begins, Dubai Airports anticipate a steady season.
Skyscanner’s travel report indicates that 90 percent of UAE travelers plan to maintain or exceed their previous year’s travel frequency in 2024. For those curious about trending destinations, the top 10 include:
Osaka, Japan
Antalya, Türkiye
Tokyo, Japan
Rome, Italy
Berlin, Germany
Amsterdam, Netherlands
New York, US
London, UK
Athens, Greece
Paris, France
For more information on Dubai International Airport and its offerings, visit dubaiairports.ae. Where will your next flight take you?