South Africa dominates Best African Airports 2024

In a recent announcement by Skytrax, a UK-based airline and airport review site, Cape Town International Airport in South Africa has claimed the prestigious title of Best African Airport for the year 2024.

The unveiling of these rankings took place during the 25th anniversary celebration of the World Airport Awards held in Frankfurt, Germany, as reported by BBC on Thursday.

The rankings, derived from a comprehensive survey conducted between August 2023 and March 2024, involved feedback from travelers representing over 100 nationalities. This recognition underscores Cape Town International Airport’s commitment to exceptional customer experiences and operational efficiency.

Following closely behind Cape Town in the rankings is Durban King Shaka Airport, also situated in South Africa, securing the second spot. Johannesburg O. R. Tambo International Airport further solidified South Africa’s dominance in aviation excellence by clinching the third position.

The full list of Best African Airports for 2024 is as follows:

Cape Town International Airport
Durban King Shaka Airport
Johannesburg O. R. Tambo International Airport
Casablanca Airport (Morocco)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (Mauritius)
Marrakech Menara Airport (Morocco)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (Ethiopia)
Kigali International Airport (Rwanda)
Cairo International Airport (Egypt)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)
Meanwhile, the global aviation scene saw Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar, secure the top spot as the World’s Best Airport for 2024. The coveted second place went to Singapore Changi Airport, renowned for its innovation and passenger amenities. Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea, and Tokyo Haneda International Airport in Japan claimed the third and fourth spots, respectively.

Other airports that made it to the top ten globally include Tokyo Narita Airport (Japan), Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (France), Dubai International Airport (UAE), Munich Airport (Germany), Zurich Airport (Switzerland), and Istanbul Airport (Turkey).

The rankings serve as a testament to the commitment of airports worldwide towards enhancing passenger satisfaction, operational excellence, and overall travel experience amidst evolving industry demands and global challenges.