Traveling with children is no easy feat—but some airports are rising to the challenge. iCandy’s “Little Flyers Index” assessed global airports in 2025 across key family-centric metrics, including the number of children’s play areas, nursing rooms, family security lanes, and available dining options. The result? A ranking that reveals which airports are truly designed with parents and children in mind.
Here’s a closer look at the 10 most family-friendly airports in the world in 2025, from tranquil regional hubs to bustling global terminals.
Leading the Way: Menorca to Copenhagen
1. Menorca Airport, Spain (Score: 95/100)
Despite its small size, Menorca takes the top spot with four children’s play areas and three nursing rooms—perfect for families needing quiet time before a flight. With fewer passengers and eight dining options, the airport offers a calm, manageable experience for parents and kids alike.
2. Riga International Airport, Latvia (Score: 75.83/100)
This Baltic hub provides three play areas and four nursing rooms, plus family-friendly security lines that streamline the check-in process. Riga proves that even mid-sized airports can excel at meeting family needs.
3. Warsaw Chopin Airport, Poland (Score: 74.02/100)
Warsaw stands out with a remarkable 19 nursing and changing rooms—more than any other in the top 10. It also features three play zones and 25 dining options, making it one of the most well-rounded terminals for families.
4. Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Canada (Score: 74.01/100)
With five kids’ play areas, 10 nursing rooms, and a staggering 53 places to eat, Montreal excels in offering space and services that cater to long-haul family travelers.
5. Oslo Gardermoen Airport, Norway (Score: 69.22/100)
Oslo’s 44 dining options are ideal for picky eaters, while its four play areas and dedicated security lanes help families navigate with ease. The airport also includes two clean, accessible nursing spaces.
6. Istanbul Airport, Turkey (Score: 68.88/100)
One of the world’s busiest hubs, Istanbul still manages to impress families with 11 dedicated play areas and eight nursing rooms. Family-friendly security lanes help streamline the travel experience for parents with children.
7. Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, France (Score: 68.86/100)
Though smaller in scale, Lyon offers a dedicated play area and nursing room, plus family-prioritized security and 16 food options, making it a solid choice for families traveling through France.
8. Luton Airport, United Kingdom (Score: 68.4/100)
Luton Airport stands out among London’s airports for families, with a kids’ play area, nursing facilities, 23 dining spots, and reduced crowd sizes. Family lanes ease the stress of navigating airport security.
9. Munich Airport, Germany (Score: 68.38/100)
Known for its spacious layout and traditional flair, Munich Airport provides seven children’s play areas, family security screening, nursing rooms, and 54 dining outlets for every palate.
10. Copenhagen Airport, Denmark (Score: 68.21/100)
Copenhagen rounds out the top 10 with a kid-friendly layout that includes family security lines, one play area, and two nursing rooms—plus a reputation for calm efficiency that helps families feel at ease.
Global Excellence: Skytrax’s Top Family Airports
While iCandy’s index spotlights service-based metrics, Skytrax’s 2025 list focuses on overall passenger experience, blending amenities, cleanliness, and innovation. For families, these airports remain benchmarks of excellence:
- Istanbul Airport (Turkey): A mega-hub offering wide concourses, dedicated family lanes, and multiple play areas.
- Singapore Changi (Singapore): Famous for its immersive play zones, butterfly garden, and themed entertainment.
- Incheon International (South Korea): Known for its spacious terminals and family rest areas.
- Tokyo Narita (Japan): Prioritizes efficiency and accessibility, with child-friendly zones and courteous staff.
- Bahrain International (Bahrain): Newly upgraded terminals now include play corners and family services.
- Munich Airport (Germany): Combines traditional charm with seven play areas and dozens of restaurants.
- Amsterdam Schiphol (Netherlands): Offers colorful kid zones, family lounges, and art-themed installations.
- Hamad International/Doha (Qatar): Lavish, clean, and surprisingly family-accommodating with quiet rooms.
- Paris Charles de Gaulle (France): Improved signage and expanded children’s areas enhance its offering.
- Rome Fiumicino (Italy): Merges Roman flair with practical family amenities and intuitive navigation.
These airports prove that global connectivity doesn’t have to come at the expense of comfort—especially when traveling with children.
