Munich & Frankfurt Top European Airports in 2024 Index
The 2024 European Airport Index has crowned the top airports in Europe, with Munich International Airport (MUC) and Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) making notable appearances. The index, which considers factors like location, services, and passenger numbers, reflects the recovery and challenges in the airport industry.
MUC has been listed among the best European airports for 2025, highlighting its consistent strong performance. FRA, too, has made a prominent showing, particularly in capacity terms, suggesting it is a key contender in quality rankings.
The index evaluates the thirty busiest airports in Europe based on passenger traffic. It considers factors such as location, transportation services, consumer-friendly amenities, and passenger numbers. Distances to city centers are categorized for scoring, with the shortest distances earning the most points.
The top 10 airports in the European Airport Index are: Zurich, Copenhagen, Brussels, Helsinki, Frankfurt, Düsseldorf, Malaga, Vienna, Charles de Gaulle, and Paris Orly Airport (tied with Dublin).
Average delays have increased among the worst-performing airlines, with London Stansted having an average delay of 57% in 2024. Conversely, strong-performing airports like Zurich have reduced wait times at security, with an average wait time of just 1 minute in 2024. The increase in passenger traffic has affected scores, with some categories seeing a decrease in points.
The 2024 European Airport Index reflects the recovery and challenges in the airport industry. Munich International Airport and Frankfurt International Airport have made notable appearances, with MUC listed among the best European airports for 2025. The index highlights the importance of factors like location, services, and passenger numbers, with distances to city centers also playing a significant role in scoring.
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