As you gain travel experience, you’ll realize that some airports are better than others, especially in terms of crowds. Sure, busy airports can be absolutely jam-packed with people. But there are upsides to high-volume airports as well.

For example, the busiest airports tend to be better organized and more efficient at moving people through lines and checkpoints, due to the sheer volume of travelers passing through. They might also have amenities that smaller airports just don’t.

So don’t get discouraged if your next getaway requires you to deal with endless crowds fighting over the check-in counter. Instead, why not take the time to learn how to make the most out of flying from the world’s busiest airports? Here’s five quintessential examples to help you out.

Dubai International

Dubai is a city known for its luxury, and its airport is no exception. You’ll find all kinds of high-class amenities here, including swimming pools, smoking lounges, and beauty salons. You’ll definitely love how easy it is to travel within Dubai International (DXB). Just sign up for the VIP services and tedious things like baggage, documentation, and customs clearance will be a snap. Service packages range from celebrity-level expensive to more moderate fees that almost anyone can pay for added conveniences. If you just hate flying, it might be worth the extra cost so you can sit back and let someone else handle everything on your behalf.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Inside Airport Atlanta GA USA by Chanilim714 licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0

Regularly topping the list of the world’s busiest airports, the Harstfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) sees more than 100 million passengers per year. The city is also home base of Delta, one of America’s most popular airlines, which in part explains its massive passenger traffic. The other reason is that is has plenty of options to keep travelers entertained while they wait. With everything from gourmet restaurants to art and museum exhibits lining the hallways, this is an airport that doesn’t feel like…well, an airport! It’s more like a resort, really. Here you can sip cocktails, get a foot massage, or enjoy a fancy meal. You can even sleep and shower at the lounges to recharge your batteries before you continue your trip.

Haneda Airport

Also known as Tokyo International Airport, Haneda Airport (HND) is an extremely busy airport for domestic travelers in Japan. Yes, it sees less international traffic that some of the other airports on this list, but deals with upwards of 70 to 80 million passengers per year anyway. However, you’d never know it was so crowded, based on its amazing cleanliness. It’s truly a sparklingly pristine airport, well-stocked with hospitality features that range from porter services to designated “calm down, cool down” pods for overwhelmed travelers. Another nice feature of HND is its connectivity to many different buses, taxis, monorails, and express trains. So, if you’re headed to the Land of the Rising Sun for vacation, you won’t have any trouble with on-the-ground transportation.

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Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the U.K.’s biggest and busiest airport. Located just outside of London, LHR has passenger processing down to a science, so you’ll reap the benefits of a robustly efficient system. You can download the app or use the website to book your reservation and make your trip even easier with things like terminal finders, restaurant guides, and live flight notifications. And you won’t want to miss out on LHR’s luxuries, either. Like any good airport, it it’s well appointed with relaxation and rejuvenation possibilities. You can eat, sleep, shop, get a beauty treatment, and more. If you’re willing to splurge, you can even book things like personal shoppers and private chauffeurs. Because traveling doesn’t have to be a headache.

Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport

Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) is an insanely large airport. It’s so immense that it has its own zip code. Covering more than 26 square miles, it’s even bigger than Manhattan (no, really), and it probably has just as many attractions. Restaurants offer gourmet cuisine from all around the world. Shops sell everything from luxury goods to everyday necessities. Spas will let you get manicures, massages, haircuts, and beauty treatments before you embark on your next flight. You’ll find an indoor playground for the kids and a set of napping suites for tired moms and dads. There’s even a video game arcade if you need to pass the time during a layover! When you consider all of its amenities, it’s no wonder that DFW welcomes more than 60 million passengers per year. Who wouldn’t want to indulge here?

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