The United States lags far behind Asia in a ranking of the best airports and airline lounges.

NEW YORK (CNN/Money) - Ever waited out a snowstorm at O'Hare? Tried to change terminals at Dallas-Ft. Worth? Stood in the international arrivals line at JFK?

Then you know that a typical U.S. airport occupies its own particular circle of hell.

But take heart, weary traveler. Somewhere, there are airports where passengers are viewed as customers, not cattle.

World's 10 best airports and lounges, continued