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Sister Airports: International network

Sharing knowledge, collecting ideas, exchanging experiences: Munich Airport has a global network of eight partner airports. Regular exchange programs enable experts from a wide range of business fields to get to know the work of colleagues around the world and share their knowledge and experience. In addition to exchanging professional experience, participants can expand their intercultural, linguistic and social skills and build long-term relationships at a personal and professional level.

The exclusive network of Sister Airports includes airports in:


Worldwide network: Overview of partner airports

Denver International Airport

As Munich Airport's longest-standing sister airport, the partnership has been in place since 1991. Located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) northeast of downtown Denver, Colorado, the airport is one of the world's largest commercial airports by land area, covering 13,780 hectares (34,000 acres). It features six runways and offers ample space for future infrastructure expansion. Today, it is one of the busiest airports in the world and serves as a major aviation hub in the western United States.

Cooperation since: 1991

Website:  www.flydenver.com

  • Denver International Airport
    Jeppesen-Terminal at Denver Airport © Denver International Airport

Chubu Centrair International Airport, Nagoya

Munich Airport's sister airport in Japan, Chubu Centrair International Airport is located on an artificial island in Ise Bay, approximately 35 kilometers (22 miles) south of Nagoya. Recognized as one of Asia's leading regional airports, Centrair has received multiple Skytrax World's Best Regional Airport awards for its outstanding service quality. With its modern infrastructure and high operational standards, the airport plays a key role in Japan's domestic and international air transportation network.

Cooperation since: 1994

Website:  www.centrair.jp

  • Chubu Centrair International Airport, Nagoya
    Chubu Centrair International Airport, Nagoya

Airports of Thailand, Bangkok

Since 2009, Munich Airport has maintained a Sister Airport partnership with Airports of Thailand (AOT), the country's leading airport operator. AOT manages six international airports across Thailand, including Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, the nation's primary international gateway. The name Suvarnabhumi translates to "Golden Land." With its modern infrastructure and strategic role in international aviation, the airport is one of Southeast Asia's leading aviation hubs.

Cooperation since: 2009

Website:  www.airportthai.co.th

  • Bangkok Airport
    Bangkok Airport

Singapore Changi Airport

Since 2010, Munich Airport and Singapore Changi Airport have maintained a Sister Airport partnership. Consistently ranked among the world's leading airports, Changi has received multiple Skytrax World Airport Awards as the "World's Best Airport". Its signature attractions include the Butterfly Garden, extensive public art installations, and Jewel Changi Airport, home to the world's tallest indoor waterfall. Renowned for its exceptional service, innovative concepts, and outstanding passenger experience, Singapore Changi Airport continues to set global benchmarks for airport excellence.

Cooperation since: 2010

Website:  www.changiairport.com

  • Singapore Changi Airport
    Terminal 3 - Kerbside & Facade at Changi Airport

Beijing Capital International Airport

Since 2011, Munich Airport has maintained a Sister Airport partnership with Capital Airports Holding Company (CAH), one of China's largest airport operators. The partnership includes Beijing Capital International Airport, one of Asia's leading international aviation hubs, and Beijing Daxing International Airport, one of the world's most advanced airport developments. Together, the two airports represent state-of-the-art infrastructure, high-capacity operations, and the dynamic growth of China's aviation sector.

Cooperation since: 2011

Website:  www.bcia.com.cn

  • Beijing Capital International Airport
    Airview of Beijing Airport

Airports Company South Africa

Since 2015, Munich Airport has maintained a Sister Airport partnership with Airports Company South Africa (ACSA). The company operates nine airports across South Africa, including O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport, and King Shaka International Airport in Durban. As the country's leading airport operator, ACSA plays a vital role in South Africa's domestic and international air transportation network and supports the nation's economic growth.

Cooperation since: 2015

Website:  www.airports.co.za

  • Cape Town Airport, ACSA
    Cape Town Airport, ACSA