Where We Love to Land: Favorite Airports of the Abrams Landau Team

Whether flying to conferences, competitions, or vacations, the team at ABRAMS LANDAU has experienced many airports around the world. And while some are chaotic or confusing, others truly stand out for their efficiency, design, or even the food. So we asked our team: What’s your favorite airport and why? Here’s what we said.

Lawyer Doug Landau – Heathrow

Landau sitting in the back seat of an airport transport vehicle at London’s Heathrow Airport, where he was not delayed, despite being on crutches, because of the excellent staff trained to help folks with disabilities at that English airport.

Lawyer Landau, our founding attorney and frequent flyer, has been through airports big and small and has strong opinions on all of them.

Recently, London Heathrow (LHR) earned his praise during a trip with his 90-year-old mother. Both needed mobility assistance (he was on crutches and in a cast), and the staff at Heathrow went above and beyond. A special transport vehicle zipped them through security and customs side-by-side in wheelchairs, navigating the airport in record time also thanks to the oversized hospital-style elevators and kind, efficient personnel.

Other favorites for Landau include:

  • Airports in Australia: Friendly, calm, and traveler-focused.
  • Fort Lauderdale (FLL): Fun, with tropical fish tanks and vibrant art reflecting the bright Florida coastline atmosphere
  • LAX & Burbank: Challenging traffic and construction- Landau once ran nearly a mile with his son to catch a flight!
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG): Beautiful and artistic but often confusing
  • Zürich Airport (ZRH): A central European hub with high efficiency and a great launch point to travel the continent.
  • Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV): Incredibly secure and well-run. Despite strict security checks (which applied to all travelers), the process was smooth and reassuring. Landau represented Team USA in the Maccabi Games and was impressed by the airport hospitality.
Front view of Landau’s local favorite: Dulles International Airport

Local Picks:

  • Washington Dulles (IAD): close to the office and long runways; Landau’s preferred local airport.
  • BWI: affordable and efficient.
  • RIC (Richmond): more expensive, but manageable and historic.

Bonus kudos to Air Canada, where Landau experienced some of the best airplane food during pandemic travel, which was “even better than first class on many other airlines.”

 

Melissa Landau – Richmond International Airport (RIC)

Melissa prefers small airports where you’re not overwhelmed or stuck in terminal traffic.

Her favorite is her hometown Richmond International Airport (RIC), formerly Byrd Airport.

“It’s been around since 1927,” she notes. “My dad used to search for Civil War relics near the runways when I was a kid.

She recalls when the airport had just a few gates, but now it boasts 20 and a smooth, friendly travel experience.

 

Kristin Tanzi – Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV)

For Kristin, Savannah, Georgia’s airport is a gem.

“It’s small, efficient, and has great ice cream!”

 

Betty Vargas – George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Betty’s top pick is Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), especially for the overnight convenience.

“You can stay at the Hilton Hotel without even leaving the airport,” she shares. “Plus, they serve free breakfast!”

 

Sofia Bartalone – Zurich International Airport (ZRH)

For Sofia, a recent trip to Italy with a layover in Switzerland solidified Zurich International Airport as her number one airport.

“There’s a variety of shopping, from high-end designer brands to unique Swiss items you can’t find anywhere else. The food options are excellent, and the lounges are very nice and comfortable. Plus you can’t beat the stunning views of the Swiss Alps!”

 

Rachel Hirsch – Denver International Airport (DEN)

Rachel’s top pick has to go to the Denver International Airport in Colorado because of the art displays and rotating exhibits.

“The architecture is also beautiful” she notes, “and there are outdoor decks at each concourse!”

 

Udon, Tonkatsu, and dumplings from a Japanese restaurant in Incheon Airport!

Leslie Kim – Incheon International Airport (ICN)

Leslie loves the clean, well-run, and massive Incheon Airport in South Korea.

“There are tons of food options, especially if you love Korean food like I do, but there’s also everything from sit-down restaurants to quick grab-and-go places from all different kinds of cuisines.”