As bustling as airports already are, they’re about to get even more so, if analysts are correct.
Industry trade group Airlines for America estimates that 222 million passengers will fly on U.S. carriers between June 1 and August 31, 2015, surpassing the previous record set in 2007. Among those passengers will be an unheard-of 31 million people on international flights. This will push up the number of travelers passing through airports all over the world.
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Charles de Gaulle Airport
Number of Passengers: 63.8 million
Owner and Operator: Aeroports de Paris
Named for the former French general and president, Charles de Gaulle Airport was completed in 1974 and is now the second-busiest airport in Europe. Terminal 1 is known for its unique rotunda design, encircled by seven satellite buildings. The airport serves as the principal hub for Air France and is a major European hub for Delta Air Lines.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Number of Passengers: 69.9 million
Owner/Operator: City of Chicago/Chicago Department of Aviation
Since opening in 1955, Chicago O’Hare has consistently been one of the busiest passenger hubs in the world. In terms of takeoffs and landings, it’s the busiest airport in the world; over 888,000 aircraft movements took place during the 12-month period ending April 21. It serves close to 40 different airlines and provides direct flights to more than 60 international destinations.
Dubai International Airport
Numer of Passengers: 70.4 million
Owner/Operator: Government of Dubai/Dubai Airports Company
As the premier airport in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai International is the world’s busiest airport in terms of international passengers; in 2014 it served nearly 70 million travelers from abroad. Dubai Duty Free, which operates out of DXB, is the most successful airport retailer, generating $1.8 billion in 2013 alone. And when Terminal 3 was completed in 2008, it was the world’s largest building, an honor it held until 2013.
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