King Khalid International Airport Competes For A Place In Skytrax's Top 100 Airports For 2026

King Khalid International Airport is actively working to enhance its standing in the Skytrax Top 100 Airports 2026 ranking. This follows its notable achievement of securing the 24th position globally in 2025, marking a first for Saudi airports. The campaign is part of Riyadh Airports Company's ongoing efforts to build on past successes and align with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of making the Kingdom a global aviation hub.

In the 2025 Skytrax rankings, King Khalid International Airport excelled in several categories. It was recognised as having the Best Airport Staff in the Middle East and secured third place globally for Best New Terminal with its International Terminal 1. Additionally, it ranked fourth in both the Best Airport in the Middle East and Best Airport Worldwide categories for airports handling 30–40 million passengers annually.

Skytrax, a UK-based organisation, evaluates airport and airline service quality worldwide. It conducts surveys with millions of travellers to determine top global airports and airlines each year. King Khalid International Airport's achievements in these rankings highlight its commitment to excellence and innovation within the aviation sector.

This year, Riyadh Airports has initiated several projects to boost competitiveness and enhance passenger experiences at King Khalid International Airport. These initiatives aim to improve operational processes and service quality, reflecting a dedication to maintaining high standards in aviation services.

The airport reached significant milestones in 2025, including being ranked first globally for flight schedule adherence during March, April, and June by Cirium, an aviation analytics leader. Furthermore, it became the first airport in Saudi Arabia to receive the Transformation Level Carbon Accreditation Certificate from Airports Council International (ACI).

These accomplishments underscore King Khalid International Airport's ongoing efforts to maintain its status as a leading global hub while supporting Saudi Vision 2030's objectives. The airport continues to strive for excellence through strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing passenger satisfaction and operational efficiency.

With inputs from SPA