South East Asia is Busy and these are the busiest airports right now.
The Luxury hotel industry is booming in South East Asia, and therefore so are the airports. Up to 3 million people move through some of the busiest airports in South East Asia each month and its not surprising Singapore is the busiest with Bangkok close behind.
Bangkok is experiencing a huge resurgance in tourism, and hot on the heels of The White Lotus and Capella Bangkok being named the best hotel in the world, tourists are predicted to flock there in huge numbers throughout 2025. Traveller numbers are already up 6.5% this year.
In addition to significant luxury hotel growth, Southeast Asia’s aviation industry remains a dynamic and evolving sector, with significant shifts in passenger traffic across major hubs.
This year has seen growth in some airports while others faced slight declines, reflecting changing travel patterns and economic conditions.
Top 10 Busiest Airports in Southeast Asia:
1. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) – Singapore
Despite modest growth, Singapore Changi Airport retains its top spot, reinforcing its status as a global transit hub with world-class facilities.
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 3,256,838
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 3,312,175
- Growth: +1.7%
Singapore Changi Airport remains the leading hub in Southeast Asia, leveraging its strategic position as a global transit point. Despite modest growth, it continues to benefit from a strong mix of long-haul and regional connections.
2. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) – Thailand
Three Thai airports (BKK, DMK, and HKT) recorded impressive growth, showcasing the country’s dominance in Southeast Asian aviation, fueled by robust tourism and expanding airline operations.
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 2,987,848
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 3,180,828
- Growth: +6.5%
Thailand’s premier international gateway saw a healthy increase, supported by a booming tourism sector and increased airline capacity.
3. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) – Malaysia
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 2,779,571
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 3,003,232
- Growth: +8.0%
KUL remains a vital hub in Southeast Asia, with rising connectivity from both full-service and low-cost carriers fueling its passenger growth.
4. Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) – Indonesia
Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport saw impressive growth, while Ho Chi Minh City and Bali recorded declines. Jakarta’s slight drop indicates evolving airline strategies in Indonesia.
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 2,969,090
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 2,879,260
- Growth: -3.0%
Indonesia’s busiest airport recorded a slight dip, possibly due to shifting airline strategies and economic challenges.
5. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) – Manila, Philippines
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 2,324,982
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 2,429,560
- Growth: +4.5%
Manila’s main airport continued its steady recovery, reflecting rising demand for both domestic and international travel.
6. Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 2,308,869
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 2,221,947
- Growth: -3.8%
Ho Chi Minh City’s airport saw a slight decline, though it remains the busiest in Vietnam.
7. Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) – Bangkok, Thailand
Low-cost carriers continue to dominate in key markets, with Don Mueang and Phuket posting some of the highest growth percentages.
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 1,436,182
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 1,627,752
- Growth: +13.3%
A major hub for budget airlines, Don Mueang saw a sharp rise in traffic, highlighting the strength of low-cost travel in the region.
8. Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) – Hanoi, Vietnam
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 1,441,021
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 1,604,152
- Growth: +11.3%
Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport saw strong growth, reflecting Vietnam’s increasing international connectivity.
9. Denpasar-Bali International Airport (DPS) – Indonesia
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 1,147,456
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 1,105,962
- Growth: -3.6%
Bali’s main airport experienced a slight dip, likely due to seasonal travel fluctuations and airline schedule adjustments.
10. Phuket International Airport (HKT) – Thailand
- Passengers (Feb 2024): 846,098
- Passengers (Feb 2025): 983,776
- Growth: +16.3%
Phuket saw the highest percentage growth among the top 10, thanks to a surge in international tourists flocking to Thailand’s famous beach destinations.
