
9.26 Score Puts DXB at No. 1 Worldwide in Global Travel Rankings
Dubai International Airport has secured the top spot in the global airport standings published by online ranking platform Worldworthy. The hub earned a score of 9.26 points based on global visitor ratings and published online reviews, leading a field of 100 airports across 67 countries.
High Ratings Across UAE Aviation and City Destinations
The ranking highlights strong performances across local infrastructure and cultural sites across the country. Within aviation, Zayed International Airport placed 26th globally, while Ras Al Khaimah International Airport came in at 73rd.
The report evaluated cities and specific regional sites across multiple specialized categories:
- City Categories: Dubai ranked 19th globally as the ‘Most Worthwhile City to Visit’ with 9.16 points, 16th among ‘Most Popular’ cities, 34th for ‘Most Beautiful Cities’ (8.19 points), and 66th for ‘Cities with the most Distinctive Dining Experiences’ (8.23 points). Abu Dhabi scored 8.84 points to rank 27th in the ‘Most Popular’ category and 8.32 points to place 27th among ‘Most Beautiful Cities’.
- Landmarks & Cultural Sites: Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi placed sixth globally among palaces, taking the top spot in the region. Palm Jumeirah ranked 63rd in the global landmarks list, while Wahat Al Karama placed 91st. In the museums category, the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi secured 66th position worldwide.



