5 Groundbreaking Airports That Are Must-See Destinations in Their Own Right

From massive cocoons in Azerbaijan to a sprawling public park in Berlin, you’d be surprised at what you can find at these world-class airports.

Honoring traditional Chinese design, the new Beijing Daxing International Airport is organized around a central courtyard. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, the airport opened in September 2019.

Despite chatty seatmates and de-icing delays, air travel never truly loses its glamour—especially if you’re in one designed by a world-renowned architect. From the TWA Hotel at Eero Saarinen’s John F. Kennedy Airport to Zaha Hadid’s Beijing Daxing International Airport, we scouted the most impressive airports around the globe that should be on your radar—and the ones under construction that are sure to be spectacular.

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport

The Shenzen Bao’an International Airport—designed by Massimiliano Fuksas—is inspired by nature, taking inspiration from the manta ray. Inside, white "trees" double as air conditioning.

The Shenzen Bao’an International Airport—designed by Massimiliano Fuksas—is inspired by nature, taking inspiration from the manta ray. Inside, white "trees" double as air conditioning.

Photo: Massimiliano Fuksas

A honeycomb design envelops Shenzen Bao’an International Airport and lets in light.

A honeycomb design envelops Shenzen Bao’an International Airport and lets in light.

Photo: Massimiliano Fuksas

An alveolus-shaped facade comprises metal and glass panels that can open.

An alveolus-shaped facade comprises metal and glass panels that can open. 

Photo: Massimiliano Fuksas

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