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These airports are not just landing spots but also hold incredibly interesting features.
1. The highest airport
That would be Daocheng Yading Airport in Tibet, standing at a staggering 4,411 meters above sea level, just opened last week. It's a billion-dollar project aimed at attracting tourists to this scenic area.
2. The closest pair of airports
Papa Westray and Westray airports sit on two islands merely 2.83 km apart, and the flight between them lasts only 1.5 minutes.
The Largest Airport in the World
It's King Fahd International Airport, sprawling over 780 square kilometers in the Saudi Arabian desert. Inside the airport, there's even a mosque with a capacity of 2,000 worshippers and a dedicated terminal for the royal family.
The Busiest Airport in the World
The most bustling and crowded airport in the world is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Just between January and March of 2013, this aviation hub saw a staggering 38 million flights.
The Airport with the Most Runways
The airports with the highest number of runways in the world are Chicago O’Hare and Dallas Fort Worth, both located in the United States. Each airport boasts 7 runways.
The Most Expensive Airport in the World
With a staggering cost of 28.3 billion USD, approximately 5.7 trillion VND; Hong Kong International Airport takes the crown as the priciest airport globally.
The Coldest Airport on Earth
Located on Ross Island, near the South Pole, perpetually blanketed in snow, this airport holds the title of the chilliest on the planet. Pilots here must execute extremely delicate landings to avoid skidding on ice.
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Source: Mytour Travel Guide – Credits: Xzone
TravelBuddy.comSeptember 20, 2013
