Suvarnabhumi International Airport has achieved a higher ranking, moving up to 36th position in the 2026 World's Best Airport list, as announced by Airports of Thailand (AOT). This marks an improvement from its previous ranking of 39th, reflecting positive developments in airport services. Don Mueang International Airport also saw progress, moving to seventh place in the Best Low-cost Airline Terminals category.
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The rankings, released under a global airline and airport rating programme, underscore the enhancements made at these airports, particularly in handling 60 to 70 million passengers annually, where Suvarnabhumi placed fourth. AOT attributes these advances to continuous service upgrades and the adoption of technology aimed at improving passenger experience.
Expert opinions highlight the survey by Skytrax, involving air travellers worldwide, as an indicator of these airports' capability to manage large passenger volumes while maintaining high service standards. According to AOT, improvements in areas like service speed, cleanliness, safety, and staff friendliness have contributed to these better rankings.
Looking forward, AOT CEO Paveena Jariyathitipong stated the organisation's commitment to upgrading all airports under its management to serve as a world-class transport hub. This pledge comes amid recent complaints from passengers about staff behavior at security checkpoints, prompting Suvarnabhumi Airport to apologize and provide additional training for its officers, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 23 Mar 2026