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Vancouver International Airport ranked best in North America, 10th in world
Vancouver International Airport rose three spots to 10th globally in 2026, based on over 13 million passenger surveys, and leads North America by nearly 20 places.
- On Wednesday, Skytrax awarded Vancouver International Airport the 10th best in the world and North America's best in 2026.
- Skytrax compiled results from passenger surveys, with over 13 million votes during August 2025–February 2026, reflecting votes of more than 13 million passengers for YVR.
- Category awards for Vancouver International Airport included best airport for 20 million to 30 million passengers, fourth-best airport art, and third-best airport hotel for Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel.
- The result gives Vancouver International Airport an almost 20-spot lead over George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston, while YVR workforce exceeds 26,000 and cargo moved topped 365,000 tonnes in 2025.
- After pandemic-era declines, Vancouver International Airport has climbed from 28th in 2022 to 10th in 2026, ranking 15th over 17 years, according to Skytrax.
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