What is the biggest frustration when it comes to traveling? “Everything was wonderful, except the delays, extra airline fees, and the airport!”
There are things you can do to increase you rate for success. Know which amenities are available at the airports you will be arriving and departing from. Pack a nutritious snack in your carryon.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. And bring something for entertainment; a deck of cards, iPod, laptop, or a good book. If you can, avoid troublesome airports. This list of World’s Worst Airports is based on the lack of service, safety, comfort, and/or cleanliness.
I am fluent in French but still it is hard for me to find accurate information from the employees.” – Kimchietrip, sleepinginairports.com
“[Paris CDG has] the charm of a WW II concrete bunker and the rudest personnel in the world…” – IrmainNewberin, sleepinginairports.com
CDG has done much to improve their reputation (having been voted World’s Worst Airport several times). A few major problems still exist. There are many permanent residents at CDG. The homeless are mostly harmless, but an occasional drunken reveler is enough to upset travelers.
It has been reported that terminal one is now closed to the public at night. Admittance is only allowed with a flight ticket and valid ID. Terminals 2b and 3 are shockingly rough. Not what you expect from a world class city. Explore the terminals before setting up camp if you must sleep here. Sleep near travelers, not homeless.
There are no services, the terminal is a tent, and seating is limited.
Even after some updates and remodeling, nonsmokers report they just can’t handle the smoke.
California’s popular airport is busy and crowded with limited seating.
“I have seen grown men in my company sit down and cry a little, when they were told they had to fly through LAX. I am still wondering after 18 years, why nothing changes for the better ever in LAX.” – IrmainNewberin sleepinginairports.com.
“It’s a shame that many visitors from the pacific flying into LAX get their first impression of America and Americans at this dump.” – DonP
There is no seating and getting through customs is a difficult ordeal.
Be prepared to ignore beggars or people asking for bribes. On the upside the newer terminal (3) is clean, spacious, and has internet.
The noise is punctuated with annoying announcements. The limited seating is uncomfortable.
Seating is limited. The layout is confusing and amenities close at night. On the plus, there is WiFi.
We can survive anything with an internet connection!
Of the 1,000 International Airline Passengers Association members surveyed, 32% said this was by far the best airport for delayed passengers. The multiple options for entertainment, beautiful décor, and abundance of greenery make it easy to pass the time here.
SIN 750,000 square feet of space for shopping and eating. Extensive upgrades and brands like Prada, Gucci, Bulgari, and Hermes make this the place to shop. Two different lounges with 24-hour napping areas, showers and spa facilities, hotel and pool amenities are just the start of the amenities list.
Have you ever been to an airport with a Nature Trail? There are six open-air gardens, children’s play areas, and TV viewing lounges.
Since opening in 1981 SIN has been the benchmark for service excellence. Changi Airport has won over 340 awards from 1987 to 2009, including 27 ‘Best’ awards in 2009. Changi continues to update, expand, and provide a high level of customer service.
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Totally agree! CDG sucks big time
the worst airport for me was the dammam international airport.
been to hk best. been to sydney, ok. been to schipol, alright though small; and manila old but quite ok.
but dammam, it was scary. you will find a pick-up truck with 50-caliber machine gun. and worst, a lot of indian porters forcing you to have your luggage carried by them with a fee. and few people speak english.
although it is big and passengers are not that many. the airport was quite a ghost town.
Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos, Nigeria, dubbed the most dangerous airport in the world. I have passed through there 10 times..... Never again!
Been through CDG was OK,Berlin Tegel was OK,St.Lucia OK,Palma OK,Tenerife OK,HKG BEST,LHR OK,LGW GOOD,MNL POOR,PLYMOUTH POOR.Worst airport Sanford ( Orlando),Orlando Int GOOD
About the moscow sheremetyevo airport is not true, it is very clean and comfortable , free wifi , shops , 24hours cafeteria and so on.. I wonder if you got the picture taken 10 years ago.. I have been there twice and staying overnight , there is no smoke at all.. Please update your info
Somebody test SVX aeroport please
CDG is the worst by far - dirty, confusing, ugly. All topped off by the French inability (or refusal) to speak any other language that is not French.
It should be a source of embarresment for the French but they also seem to be unable to have a sense of dignity.
To be avoided at all costs, even if it means more travel hours.
Why on earth should they NOT speak French, such a silly thing to say. The staff in english airports are multi-lingual, are they? Such ignorant arrogance
Agreed Frank, i doubt there would be too many multilingual airport workers in any country.
If you have ever deployed with the military, you will know these airports are nothing compared to some in the middle east and SW Asia. Bagram AB for example, waited for a flight for 10 hours, only to find out it was cancelled. No WiFi, have to eat MREs, it just plain sucks. Count your blessings!
I have to say, i found Luton to be quite an ok place to pass through when i flew from there. All airports seem a bit miserable with horrible security procedures and long waits among dull shops and expensive food, but the staff at Luton left me with a good impression. The check-in staff were very friendly, the security people didn't do anything too negative - even the girl i bought a comb from was nice to talk to. It is amazing what a difference it makes when people are just a little more pleasant to each other. Compared with flying out of Belfast a week later, Luton was fantastic!
I agree that Changi is a great place to be stuck. You can rent a hotel room by the hour, have a shower, take a nap on an actual bed, and book a massage.
I like San Fran International as well - fresh sushi and not overpriced, along with not overpriced beer.
Airports I don't like so much include Kabul, Dammam, Delhi and Montreal.