Upgraded Points Study Finds the Best and Worst Airports for a Boozy Layover
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study is revealing which airports make layovers less about waiting at the gate and more about waiting at the bar. Upgraded Points analyzed 50 of the largest U.S. airports to identify where travelers can most easily find quality drinks and lively bar scenes before takeoff.
"Layovers don't have to be a travel low point," said Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points. "With craft cocktail bars and award-nominated restaurants becoming standard airport amenities, more travelers are choosing to enjoy the stop instead of just enduring it. This study shows exactly which airports turn a long wait into a memorable part of the journey and maybe even a reason to arrive early."
Study Methodology
The study examined the 50 busiest airports in the U.S. to determine where travelers are most likely to enjoy an easy, high-quality drink during a layover. Upgraded Points collected data from airport websites listing all on-site bars and restaurants, as well as customer ratings from Google Reviews.
Each airport was scored across three equally weighted factors:
- Bars and Restaurants Serving Alcohol (Per Square Mile)
- Bars and Restaurants Serving Alcohol (Per 10,000 Daily Passengers)
- Average Star Rating of Alcohol-Serving Venues
Each factor was scored on a scale of 0 to 5 and combined into a final score out of 100.
Layover Libations: Top 5 Airports for a Boozy Layover
Pour Decisions: The 5 Worst Airports for a Boozy Layover
For complete rankings, airport-by-airport breakdowns, and honorable mentions, visit the full study online.
About Upgraded Points, LLC
Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Upgraded Points is a travel company that helps to demystify the complex world of travel and credit cards. Launched in 2016 by Alex Miller, Upgraded Points uses targeted research efforts and in-depth studies to help travelers maximize their travel, points, and experiences. Learn more at: www.UpgradedPoints.com.
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