From the shimmering lights of Vegas to the warm sands of Miami, the airports in the U.S. open the doors to incredible adventures. But if you’re not a fan of bustling crowds, you might want to steer clear of these spots.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, Georgia
As per the FAA, Hartsfield-Jackson in Atlanta tops the list as the busiest airport in the U.S., with over 50 million passenger boardings in 2023.
Dallas-Fort Worth International, Texas
Coming in second, Dallas-Fort Worth saw about 39 million passenger boardings in 2023. This massive airport, stretching across roughly 27 square miles, is bigger than Manhattan itself!
Denver International, Colorado
Just a notch below Dallas-Fort Worth, Denver International hosted around 38 million passenger boardings last year. Known for its unique white tent-like roof, it’s the largest airport by land area in the U.S., echoing the peaks of the Rockies nearby.
Los Angeles International, California
LAX, located in the Westchester area of LA, opened its doors in 1929. It’s one of the world’s busiest airports, welcoming over 36.6 million passengers in 2023.
Chicago O’Hare International, Illinois
About 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, O’Hare has been a key hub since its opening in 1944, named after war hero Edward “Butch” O’Hare. It recorded 35.8 million passenger boardings last year.
John F. Kennedy International, New York
Orlando International, Florida
Harry Reid International, Nevada
Charlotte Douglas International, North Carolina
Miami International, Florida