In a world where airports are gateways to new adventures, there exist a handful of countries that defy the basic norm. These small-sized countries, nestled within larger countries, have no runways, no baggage belts, and no duty-free shops. Yes, these countries don’t have airports. Yet, their charm and allure are unedifying.
Countries In The World The Do Not Have An Airport
From Vatican City to Liechtenstein, these are the five countries in the world that do have airports. Buckle up as we explore the five countries in the world without an airport.
Vatican City
Population: 800
Vatican City, the spiritual epicenter of the Catholic Church, boasts St. Peter’s Basilica, Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, and a conspicuous absence of an airport. Pilgrims and tourists alike descend upon Rome’s Fiumicino Airport, their eyes set on the distant dome of St. Peter’s. From there, it’s a short taxi ride to the heart of Vatican City.
San Marino
Population: 33,000
San Marino, located at the top of the Apennine Mountains, is a microstate with macro-views. Its medieval towers and cobblestone streets beckon travelers, but they must first touch down in Italy. The Federico Fellini International Airport in Rimini is the gateway to this landlocked gem.
Monaco
Population: 38,000
Monaco, the playground of the rich and famous, flaunts its casinos, Grand Prix circuit, and tax haven status. But planes? Not so much. The glitterati arrives via Nice Côte d’Azur Airport in France. From there, it’s a dash along the coast, past superyachts and Lamborghinis, to the world’s second-smallest country.
Liechtenstein
Population: 38,000
Nestled between Austria and Switzerland, Liechtenstein is a fairytale land of alpine peaks and princely palaces. To reach Vaduz, its capital, travelers hop off at Switzerland’s St. Gallen–Altenrhein Airport. From there, it’s a scenic drive through rolling hills and pastures.
Andorra
Population: 77,000
Andorra, sandwiched between Spain and France, is a tax haven with ski slopes aplenty. But no airstrips. Visitors touch down in Barcelona or Toulouse, then wind their way up the Pyrenees. The journey involves mountain passes, hairpin bends, and the occasional goat traffic jam.
So, next time you’re planning an escape, spare a thought for these airport-less wonders. They may lack runways, but they’ve mastered the art of soaring without ever leaving the ground. Bon voyage, fellow wanderers!
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