Dubai International (DXB) has maintained its position as the leading airport in the ACI’s 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking for the Asia-Pacific & Middle East.
The Dubai International airport currently serves more than 265 destinations across six continents, reinforcing its contribution to global trade, tourism, and the creation of sustainable economic opportunities.
Paul Griffiths CEO – Dubai Airports
“Connectivity is the cornerstone of relevance in global aviation, and we are pleased to see Dubai International (DXB) recognized once again as the region’s leading hub in ACI’s 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking. What sets DXB apart is not only the scale of our network, but the consistency and quality of the connections the airport provides.”
“But connectivity at this level only matters if it is delivered with precision. Our strength lies in combining reach with efficiency, ensuring fast, seamless and secure journeys for tens of millions of guests each year,” Griffiths added.
The 2025 edition features a newly introduced ‘Hub Connectivity Index,’ which evaluates each airport based on the quality and effectiveness of its hub operations. Dubai International Airport emerged as the top hub, followed by Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Hamad International Airport.
“This recognition reflects the oneDXB spirit, a shared commitment of our airline partners, the broader airport community and the city of Dubai. Together, we are shaping a model of airport connectivity that is agile, guest-focused and economically significant, not just for the region but for the world,” Griffiths continued.
Image Via: ACI Asia-Pacific | Cropped by GBN
Stefano Baronci, Director General of ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East, said that, “Air connectivity is not only relevant for passengers seeking more travel options and convenience; it is equally crucial for supporting global trade and economic resilience, particularly through belly-hold cargo capacity.”
The ACI Asia-Pacific & Middle East Air Connectivity Ranking is a comprehensive, passenger-centric analytical tool developed in collaboration with PwC in 2023 and refined for its third edition in 2025.
The Ranking evaluates the overall level of air passenger connectivity offered by airports across the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions. It assesses performance through three fundamental building blocks: network scale and frequency, economic weight of destinations, and connection quality and efficiency.
