Africa’s aviation sector continues to witness strong passenger traffic and growing connectivity, with several major airports handling millions of travellers across the continent. From business hubs to tourism gateways, these airports remain key drivers of regional and international air travel.

Here are the top 10 busiest airports in Africa as of May 2026:

1. OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa
   Located in Johannesburg, OR Tambo remains Africa’s busiest airport, serving as a major gateway for international and domestic flights across the continent.
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3. Cairo International Airport, Egypt
   Egypt’s main aviation hub continues to experience heavy passenger movement due to tourism, trade, and its strategic location linking Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
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5. Cape Town International Airport, South Africa
   The airport maintains strong traffic volumes driven by tourism, business travel, and growing international flight operations.
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7. Mohammed V International Airport, Morocco
   Situated in Casablanca, the airport remains one of North Africa’s busiest centres for both passenger and cargo traffic.
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9. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Kenya
   Nairobi’s main airport continues to serve as East Africa’s leading aviation hub with increasing regional and global connectivity.
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11. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, Ethiopia
    The airport remains a major transit point for African travellers, boosted by the expansion of Ethiopian Airlines’ network.
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13. Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Nigeria
    Lagos’ busiest airport continues to handle high passenger volumes despite infrastructure and operational challenges.
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15. Kotoka International Airport, Ghana
    Ghana’s main international airport has recorded steady growth in passenger traffic and airline operations.
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17. Houari Boumediene Airport, Algeria
    The Algiers-based airport remains one of the busiest in North Africa, supporting both domestic and international travel.
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19. Julius Nyerere International Airport, Tanzania
    Tanzania’s largest airport rounds out the list as tourism and regional travel continue to boost passenger numbers.