# International airport

*Last updated: 2026-06-19*

> An international airport is the gateway for cross-border air traffic, handling both passengers and freight under customs and immigration authority.

An international airport is the gateway for cross-border air traffic, handling both passengers and freight under customs and immigration authority. Unlike domestic facilities, it maintains dedicated customs zones, passport control, and security areas approved for international operations. Freight forwarders and importers process customs entries here, lodge air waybills (AWB), and submit dangerous goods documentation. Many international airports double as cargo hubs, where shipments are consolidated and routed onward to connecting flights.

**Source:** [https://www.britannica.com/topic/airport](https://www.britannica.com/topic/airport)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | International airport |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 71 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-19 |
| Source | https://www.britannica.com/topic/airport |

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