New rankings name America's best airports as two southern cities win top honors

The best airports help travelers move efficiently through check-in, security and to their gates, with reliable, well-organized facilities and minimal frustration, says travel expert Gary Leff.

The best airports help travelers move efficiently through check-in, security and to their gates, with reliable, well-organized facilities and minimal frustration, says travel expert Gary Leff as JD Power releases its 2026 rankings of North America's best airports.