Some European airports offer modern design, efficient service, and a pleasant passenger experience, while others regularly test travelers' patience. A new ranking shows where passengers can expect a nightmare. Long waiting times, poor facilities, and unfriendly staff are just a few of the reasons that can cause frustration and annoyance among travelers. During hectic travel times, many European airports reach their capacity limits, which can ruin the outbound and return journey. The latest analysis of the airports across Europe reveals which airports are in dire need of improvement. The study is based on data from Google Maps, using the average Google rating and the number of reviews to create a European airport ranking. Brought to you by Tourism Review.
TOP 5 WORST-RATED EUROPEAN AIRPORTS
1/ Heraklion Airport, Greece
Based on user reviews on Google Maps, Heraklion International Airport has been labeled the worst airport in Europe. With a disappointing average score of 2.6 based on more than 21,000 reviews, it is clear that visitors have encountered many problems when passing through this airport. Despite its convenient location as a gateway to the island of Crete, Heraklion Airport has failed to meet travelers' expectations.
2/ Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, France
The Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in France is ranked second worst on Google, with an average rating of 2.8. The main complaints include slow processes, a lack of seating for travelers, and poor culinary offer.
3/ Manchester Airport, United Kingdom
Manchester Airport has been ranked as the third worst European airport, with an average rating of 3.1 on Google Maps based on 27,202 reviews. It's worth noting that every experience is subjective. Despite this ranking, thousands of passengers travel through this airport daily to destinations worldwide, which shows that it continues to be functional.
4/ Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Germany
After a long and troubled construction history, Berlin Airport is still not fully operational. Travelers have complained about the inefficient organization and the need for signage, which makes orientation difficult. Passengers have given Berlin Brandenburg Airport an average rating of 3.1.
5/ Charleroi Airport, Belgium
The Charleroi airport is primarily used by low-cost airlines. According to Google comments, it is often overcrowded. Passengers also complain about the lack of comfort and the limited range of services available. The average rating of the reviews is 3.2.
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