These are North America's best airports, according to JD Power's 2026 rankings
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the highest-rated mega airport for the third consecutive year according to J.D. Power. Passenger satisfaction across North America has risen significantly following multi-billion dollar infrastructure upgrades. While Tampa International also ranks high for satisfaction, Chicago O'Hare holds the lowest score and Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu is next to last. Nashville International Airport ranks sixth among large airports in the J.D. Power study and second in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
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- ✓ Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the highest-rated mega airport for the third consecutive year according to J.D. Power.
- ✓ Chicago O'Hare received the lowest score in the J.D. Power study.
- ✓ Nashville International Airport ranks sixth among large airports in the J.D. Power study.
- ✓ Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu ranked next to last.
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Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport leads 2026 J.D. Power rankings
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the highest-rated mega airport for the third consecutive year according to J.D. Power. Passenger satisfaction across North America has risen significantly following multi-billion dollar infrastructure upgrades. While Tampa International also ranks high for satisfaction, Chicago O'Hare holds the lowest score and Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu is next to last. Nashville International Airport ranks sixth among large airports in the J.D. Power study and second in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
Why it matters
These rankings track consumer satisfaction across various airport sizes in North America. The trend toward higher satisfaction reflects the impact of large-scale capital investments in airport facilities.
What is confirmed
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the highest-rated mega airport for the third consecutive year according to J.D. Power.
- Chicago O'Hare received the lowest score in the J.D. Power study.
- Nashville International Airport ranks sixth among large airports in the J.D. Power study.
- Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu ranked next to last.
What to watch next
- Release of detailed 2026 passenger satisfaction metrics by category
- Updates on infrastructure project completions at low-ranking airports
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Minneapolis-St. Paul Leads 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Rankings
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the highest-rated mega airport for the third consecutive year according to J.D. Power. Overall passenger satisfaction across North America has increased significantly, a trend linked to multi-billion dollar infrastructure upgrades. While Tampa International also ranks among the top for customer satisfaction, Chicago O'Hare received the lowest score and Daniel K. Inouye International in Honolulu ranked next to last. Nashville International Airport ranks sixth among large airports in the J.D. Power study and second in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
Why it matters
Infrastructure investments are driving a rise in traveler satisfaction despite near-record passenger volumes. These rankings highlight a divide between airports successfully modernizing facilities and those struggling with service quality. The data reflects a broader effort by North American hubs to improve efficiency and amenities.
What is confirmed
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been the top-rated mega airport for three straight years per J.D. Power.
- J.D. Power found that North American airport satisfaction increased significantly in 2026.
- Chicago O'Hare received the lowest satisfaction score in the 2026 study.
- Nashville International Airport ranked sixth among large airports for customer satisfaction according to J.D. Power.
- Nashville International Airport placed second in the 2026 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for best large airport.
Still unconfirmed
- Hollywood Burbank Airport's $1.3 billion terminal replacement serves as an efficient alternative to LAX.
What to watch next
- Publication of full 2026 ACI passenger traffic data
- Updates on further multi-billion dollar infrastructure project completions
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Minneapolis-St. Paul and Tampa Lead 2026 J.D. Power Airport Satisfaction Rankings
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is the top-rated mega airport for the third straight year according to J.D. Power's 2026 study. Tampa International Airport also holds a top ranking for customer satisfaction among large airports. In contrast, Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu ranked next to last, while Chicago O'Hare received the lowest satisfaction score. Overall U.S. passenger satisfaction has risen despite near-record travel volumes, a trend attributed to the completion of multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the traveler experience.
Why it matters
Airport rankings reflect the impact of massive capital investments on passenger flow and comfort. The disparity between top-tier hubs and low-ranking airports highlights varying success in modernization efforts. These metrics influence traveler choices and municipal funding for aviation infrastructure.
What is confirmed
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport was named America's best mega airport for the third consecutive year in the 2026 J.D. Power study.
- Tampa International Airport is the highest-rated large airport for customer satisfaction in the 2026 J.D. Power survey.
- Chicago O'Hare received the lowest customer satisfaction ranking in the J.D. Power survey.
- Passenger satisfaction across U.S. airports increased following the completion of multi-billion dollar construction projects.
Still unconfirmed
- Daniel K. Inouye International Airport ranked next to last among large U.S. airports despite a nearly $7 billion modernization effort.
What to watch next
- Release of full 2026 J.D. Power satisfaction data for mid-sized airports
- Updates on the impact of Honolulu's $7 billion modernization project on future rankings
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Tampa International Leads 2026 J.D. Power North America Airport Rankings
Tampa International Airport is the highest-rated large airport for customer satisfaction according to J.D. Power's 2026 survey. Despite travel volumes reaching near-record levels, passengers report increased satisfaction across U.S. airports. This improvement follows the completion of multi-billion dollar construction projects designed to improve the traveler experience. Conversely, Chicago O'Hare received the lowest customer satisfaction ranking in the survey.
Why it matters
Airport rankings reflect the impact of infrastructure investment on passenger sentiment. These surveys identify which hubs are successfully managing high traffic volumes through modernization.
What is confirmed
- Tampa International Airport is the top-ranked large airport in the 2026 J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey.
- Chicago O'Hare ranked last in customer satisfaction.
What to watch next
- Release of specific satisfaction scores for other North American airports
- Updates on the impact of further construction projects on passenger ratings
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Tampa International leads large airports in 2026 J.D. Power satisfaction survey
Tampa International Airport is the top-ranked large airport in the 2026 J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey. Travelers report higher satisfaction with U.S. airports despite near-record travel volumes. Multi-billion dollar construction projects have enhanced the passenger experience. Chicago O'Hare ranked last in customer satisfaction.
Why it matters
The J.D. Power survey highlights a divide between airports modernizing infrastructure and those failing to meet passenger expectations. Airport satisfaction impacts traveler experience and loyalty. The survey results reflect improvements and challenges in the U.S. airport system.
What is confirmed
- Tampa International Airport is the top-ranked large airport in the 2026 J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey.
- Travelers report higher satisfaction with U.S. airports despite travel volumes nearing record levels.
- Chicago O'Hare ranked last in the customer satisfaction survey.
- LAX, Hollywood-Burbank, and ONT received solid ratings in the J.D. Power airport survey.
- Minneapolis and Charleston lead in their respective categories in the 2026 J.D. Power Airport Satisfaction study.
Still unconfirmed
- Orange County's John Wayne Airport endured a major drop in rankings.
What to watch next
- 2026 J.D. Power Airport Satisfaction study details
- passenger satisfaction trends at major U.S. airports
- updates on airport construction projects and their impact
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Tampa International Tops J.D. Power 2026 Large Airport Rankings
Tampa International is the top-ranked large airport in the 2026 J.D. Power customer satisfaction survey. Overall, travelers report higher satisfaction with U.S. airports despite travel volumes nearing record levels. These improvements stem partly from multi-billion dollar construction projects designed to enhance the passenger experience. While some hubs show growth, others struggle; Chicago O'Hare ranked last in the customer satisfaction survey. These findings highlight a divide between airports successfully modernizing infrastructure and those failing to meet passenger expectations.
Why it matters
Airport rankings reflect the impact of massive capital investments on traveler sentiment. These surveys serve as benchmarks for infrastructure performance across North America. Ongoing construction projects are intended to mitigate the friction of record-high passenger traffic.
What is confirmed
- Tampa International ranks as the number one large airport in the J.D. Power survey.
- Chicago O'Hare ranked last in the customer satisfaction survey.
- Travelers report higher satisfaction with U.S. airports despite travel levels nearing records.
Still unconfirmed
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What to watch next
- Detailed scoring breakdowns for mid-sized and small North American airports.
- Responses from O'Hare leadership regarding the last-place ranking.
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