Atlanta Airport has maintained the top spot every year for over 20 years, with the exception of 2020.
ATLANTA — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) has once again been named the world's busiest airport, according to the latest rankings released by the Airports Council International.
Atlanta Airport has held the top spot every year for more than 20 years, with the exception of 2020. According to the data, ATL will welcome 104.7 million passengers in his 2023, an increase of 11.7% over the previous year.
Although the airport has experienced rapid growth, it is still struggling to reach pre-pandemic levels, with total passenger numbers 5% below 2019. Passenger numbers peaked in 2019, with more than 110 million passengers using the airport.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens expressed pride in this accomplishment and emphasized the airport's significant contribution to the city's economic vitality and global connectivity.
“ATL's success is Atlanta's success, and having the world's busiest airport is a testament to our city's economic vitality. It is a testament to our city's global connections,” Mayor Dickens said. It confirms our city's place on the world stage.” “This honor recognizes not only the success of the airport, but the collective spirit and hard work of all the individuals who contribute to the vitality of our city and my vision to move Atlanta forward.”
Airport General Manager Balram “B” Beodari attributes this achievement to the teamwork among the airport staff.
“Our shared vision of One Team and relentless pursuit of excellence will keep us at the top of global aviation. Every takeoff, every landing, every passenger served This is another chapter in our story of success and service,” Beodari said.
The top five busiest airports include Dubai International Airport, Tokyo International Airport, London Heathrow Airport, and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport.
