Airports by Type
Browse airports grouped by size and function.
Airports are classified into types based on their size, function, and level of service. The classification system — used by IATA, ICAO, and the OurAirports open dataset — groups facilities into major international airports, regional airports, small general aviation strips, heliports, and specialized facilities like seaplane bases. Understanding airport types helps you find the right facility: whether you're booking a commercial flight at a major hub, locating a general aviation airstrip, or researching the full scope of aviation infrastructure in a particular country or region.
Major International Airports
The world's largest airports by size and scheduled service, handling the highest passenger volumes.
1,188 airports →
Regional Airports
Mid-size airports serving regional routes and connecting smaller cities to major hubs.
4,087 airports →
Small & General Aviation Airports
Smaller airports primarily serving general aviation, private aircraft, and local flights.
42,562 airports →
Heliports
Designated landing areas for helicopters, including hospital, offshore, and urban heliports.
22,843 airports →
Seaplane Bases
Water-based airstrips for floatplanes and amphibious aircraft.
1,258 airports →