African counries are gradually gaining recognition at international levels, following rapid advancements in their major infrastructure and transport services. This has made numerous African nations, top global travel destinations. Skytrax, a leading air transport rating agency just released its 2024 report ranking Africa’s best airports for 2025.
Here is the top ten best African airports, with the rankings based on customer satisfaction, cleanliness, facilities, service quality, and efficiency:
- Cape Town International Airport
Cape Town International Airport is in South Africa, retaining the top spot ranking in Africa. It is Africa’s 3rd largest airport and also Africa’s premier tourist and VIP destination and has established a reputation as Africa’s premier international award-winning airport, consistently performing among the best in the world for service in its category
The beautiful airport hosts modern facilities, and is strategically located in very scenic place. It boasts very efficient operations with excellent customer service.
- O.R. Tambo International Airport
This airport is also found in South Africa, Johannesburg city. Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport is one of the few airports in the world with scheduled passenger direct flights between all 6 inhabited continents and also serves as a continental gateway to many sub-Saharan countries.
It’s known as Africa’s busiest airport continuing to impress with top-tier connectivity. Unlike other airports in Africa, O.R Tambo has diverse retail options, and business services, justifying why it’s termed a busy bee.
3. King Shaka International Airport
King Kaka is based in Durban, South Africa. If you ever been attracted to clean environments, King Kaka Airport is the place to admire. It is Praised for its cleanliness and smooth passenger experience.
4. Marrakech Menara Airport
This is one of the best Airports, found in west Africa. It is in Morocco. One of the features that makes it stand out, is its unique design blending modern and traditional Moroccan elements.
5. Mohammed V International Airport
It is found in Casablanca, Morocco being a major North African hub with improved passenger services. The airport brilliantly perpetuates this image of development, with its dynamism and positioning among the busiest airports on the African continent.
