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Verdict

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Miami International Airport (MIA) at 7.6/10. Miami International Airport leads on lounges at 8.2/10.

Score comparison

Metric Indira Gandhi International Airport Miami International Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.8 7.6
On-Time Performance 7.5 7.2
Passenger Experience 7.7 7.4
Facilities & Comfort 8.2 8.0
Lounge Score 8.0 8.2
City New Delhi Miami
Country India United States
Terminals 3 terminals (T1 domestic, T2 regional, T3 international) North, Central, and South terminals
Annual passengers 72M+ 52M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy DEL — Indira MIA — Miami
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

New Delhi, India · DEL · #1 in this comparison

Indira Gandhi International Airport

3 terminals (T1 domestic, T2 regional, T3 international) · 72M+ passengers/year

7.8 / 10

How good is Indira Gandhi International Airport?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores 7.8/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.5), passenger experience (7.7), and facilities (8.2). Lounge quality rates 8.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Delhi DEL scores 7.8/10 — India's #1 airport and UK–North India hub. T3 international. Metro to city ~20 min. See /guides/uk-india-flights-guide-2026 and /guides/delhi-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.8 Very Good
On-time 7.5 Departure reliability
Experience 7.7 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.2 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.0 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.5
Passenger Experience
7.7
Facilities & Comfort
8.2
Lounge score 8.0/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK–North India gateway — direct BA, Air India, Virgin Atlantic from Heathrow
  • T3 international hub — Plaza Premium, Air India Maharaja, and Star Alliance lounges
  • Metro Airport Express to New Delhi ~20 min — fastest city link
  • UK–India VFR traffic peaks Dec–Jan and Jun–Aug — book early

Overview

India's busiest airport and primary UK–India gateway — Air India, BA, Virgin Atlantic direct plus one-stop via Gulf hubs on Emirates, Qatar, and Etihad.

UK routing options

Direct: BA, Air India, Virgin Atlantic from LHR (11–12 hrs). One-stop: Emirates (DXB), Qatar (DOH), Etihad (AUH) often price lower in business class.

Compare DEL vs Mumbai (/airports/mumbai) for your destination state — DEL for North India, BOM for West/South.

Miami, United States · MIA · #2 in this comparison

Miami International Airport

North, Central, and South terminals · 52M+ passengers/year

7.6 / 10

How good is Miami International Airport?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (8.0). Lounge quality rates 8.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Miami MIA is rated 7.6/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.2/10. American Airlines Flagship Lounge in Concourse D is the premium benchmark for long-haul departures. Allow extra time for immigration on arrivals and terminal-specific lounge planning. See /guides/mia-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.6 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.4 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 8.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.

On-Time Performance
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 8.2/10

Highlights

  • American Airlines Flagship Lounge and Admirals Club in Concourse D — key for transatlantic and Latin America connections
  • Centurion Lounge in Concourse D for Amex cardholders on qualifying international departures
  • Heavy Latin America and Caribbean network — common connection point for UK travellers routing to South America
  • Terminal-specific lounge access — North Terminal (Concourse D) hosts most premium clubs

Overview

Primary US gateway to Latin America and the Caribbean — American Airlines hub with Flagship Lounge and strong oneworld connectivity.

American Airlines hub and lounge access

MIA is American Airlines' primary Latin America hub. Flagship Lounge in Concourse D serves long-haul international business and first class on AA metal. Admirals Club locations span multiple concourses.

British Airways and Iberia use MIA for select services — oneworld elites may access AA lounges on qualifying itineraries. Priority Pass options exist in Central Terminal.

FAQ

Which is better, Indira Gandhi International Airport or Miami International Airport?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Miami International Airport (MIA) at 7.6/10. Miami International Airport leads on lounges at 8.2/10.

Which has better lounges, DEL or MIA?

Miami International Airport (MIA) scores higher for lounges at 8.2/10, versus Indira Gandhi International Airport at 8.0/10.

Which airport is more on-time, DEL or MIA?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) has stronger on-time performance at 7.5/10 versus Miami International Airport (MIA) at 7.2/10.