Lowest Airports In The World

We recently took a look at some of the highest airports in the world, so it’s only fair that we give their lowly counterparts a shout out too.

You might be surprised to know that the ten lowest airports are actually found below sea level – this is because the mean global sea level is used (not because they’re underwater!).

So, where are the world’s lowest civilian airports hiding?

Bar Yehuda Airfield, (MTZ)

The Dead Sea in Israel is the lowest point on earth, which means the sea level here is well below the mean. The Bar Yehuda Airfield, located on its desert shoreline, is situated 1,266 ft below the mean sea level, making it the world’s lowest civilian airport by far.

Location: Masada, Israel

Elevation: -1,266 ft / -386 m