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- Dates
- 23 to 25 November 2026
- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Visitors
- 500
- Organised by
- ACI EUROPE, ACI World and ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East
- 500
- Visitors
- 3 days
- Duration
- Barcelona
- Spain
About the event
Airports Innovate is a conference on innovation in the airport industry, developed jointly by ACI EUROPE, ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East and ACI World. It brings together airport executives, airlines, manufacturers, technology suppliers and start-ups, with a conference programme, an exhibition and innovation awards.
The 2026 edition is hosted by Aena and takes place from 23 to 25 November 2026 in the Diagonal Mar area of Barcelona, Spain.
- More than 500 attendees, 50 speakers and 55 countries, according to the organisers
- Sessions on AI, sustainability, passenger experience and operational efficiency
- Exhibition of airport technology and solutions
- WBP Innovation Showcase and ACI World Airport Innovation Awards
- Hosted by Aena
Figures as published by the organiser.
Who attends
Airport executives and technology and innovation leads.
- Industry
- Airlines and operators
- Suppliers
- Regulators
- Research
- Media
Plan your visit
BarcelonaBarcelona, SpainExhibiting and sponsorship
Stands, sponsorship packages and exhibitor information come from the organiser. Contact them directly to book.
Visitor information
What you need to plan a visit to Airports Innovate.
Opening hours23 to 25 November 2026
23 to 25 November 2026. Daily hours on the official website.Registration and ticketsRegistration is through the official website.
Registration is through the official website.Register
Official visitor information. For the latest details, check the organiser’s website.
Visit official websiteLocation
Barcelona, Spain
How to get there
From BCN
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, about 20 km from the venue.From GRO
Girona-Costa Brava Airport, about 95 km from the venue.Flying privately
Charter operators in Spain can fly you in. Request quotes from several at once.Get charter quotes
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