Airports aren’t just transit hubs — they’re places where strangers share time, stories, and sometimes even a spark. A recent AirAdvisor study ranked 24 major airports using a “Love Connection Score,” based on passenger traffic, waiting times, social spaces, and the dating culture of the surrounding city.

💕 Top Airports for Love Connections

1. Istanbul Airport (IST) – The world’s best airport (shown in the image above) for romance, thanks to heavy transit traffic, long layovers, and plenty of cafés and lounges where conversations can start naturally.
2. Incheon International Airport (ICN) – Comfortable spaces and relaxed vibes make it easy to meet fellow travelers before heading into Seoul.
3. Heathrow Airport (LHR) – One of the busiest global hubs, bringing together diverse travelers with time to connect.
4. Dubai International Airport (DXB) – A major transit airport where long connections and shared spaces create opportunities to mingle.
5. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) – High international traffic and New York’s social energy boost the odds of a chance encounter.

💔 Lowest Ranked for Romance

Airports like Cancun International Airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, and Berlin Brandenburg Airport ranked lower, as travelers tend to move through quickly with fewer opportunities to linger.

✈️ Takeaway for Travelers

If you’re booking a long layover, the airport might matter more than you think. Some hubs are designed for rushing — others just might be where your next love story begins.

Source AirAdvisor