Jun 26, 2025
Number of Runways and Terminals

✈️ Where the World Takes Off – And How Many Runways It Takes!
Which airport flies the most people with the fewest runways?
Surprisingly, Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta tops the list with 10.81 crore passengers annually, while others like Dallas-Fort Worth need 7 runways to move fewer people.
🔍 But here’s the stunner:
👉 King Fahd International Airport in Saudi Arabia is the largest by area—bigger than the entire city of Mumbai!
💭 This infographic perfectly captures:
- Global airport efficiency
- Air traffic vs infrastructure
- Hidden aviation marvels
📌 India’s Indira Gandhi International Airport also makes the cut with 7.7 Cr passengers using just 4 runways 🚀
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