The 10 oldest European airports still in operation

Paris-Le Bourget Airport in France, originating in 1919, played a vital role in aviation history when Charles Lindbergh landed there in 1927. Initially opened due to wartime needs, it is no longer a base for commercial scheduled services but is used for general aviation and air shows.

Finland's Lappeenranta Airport dates back to 1918. During its initial establishment, it served as a military base during Finland's civil strife. Now, it stands as the oldest operational airport in Finland.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in the Netherlands traces its roots to 1916 when it was founded as a military base. Now, it's the main airport of the Netherlands and is noted for its extensive operations and diverse airline service, including major US carriers.

Ciampino International Airport in Italy, opened in 1916, originally served military purposes during World War I. Currently, it functions as a secondary airport for Rome, facilitating low-cost airlines and maintaining military operations.

Poland's Poznan–Lawica Henryk Wieniawski Airport, operational since 1913, was initially built by the German Empire as a military airfield. Post-World War I, it transitioned to a commercial airport, hosting around 12 airlines today.

Bremen Airport in Germany, formalized in 1913, began as an airship base and remains a point of commercial flights within the region. Its early support for airship travel marks it as one of Europe's oldest aerodromes.

Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu Airport in Romania, with operations starting in 1912, was pivotal until 1969 as Bucharest’s only commercial airport. While it primarily serves business flights today, low-cost carriers like Wizz Air plan to resume operations in 2025.

Hamburg Airport, established in 1911, claims the title of the oldest airport in Europe still in operation. A cornerstone in Germany's air transport history, it supports significant passenger traffic and continues to spearhead environmental sustainability measures.