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Indira Gandhi International Airport vs Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Detailed comparison of DEL and BOM on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) at 7.7/10.
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 Score7.8Very Good
On-time7.5Departure reliability
Experience7.7Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.2Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.0Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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 score8.0/10
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.
2 terminals (T2 international integrated) · 52M+ passengers/year
7.7/ 10
How good is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores 7.7/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3),
passenger experience (7.6), and facilities (8.0).
Lounge quality rates 7.9/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Mumbai BOM scores 7.7/10 — UK–West India hub. T2 international. Compare /airports/delhi for North India. See /guides/uk-india-flights-guide-2026 and /guides/mumbai-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.7Very Good
On-time7.3Departure reliability
Experience7.6Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.9Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic 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
7.3
Passenger Experience
7.6
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score7.9/10
Highlights
Primary UK–West India gateway — Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa connections
BA and Air India direct LHR–BOM; Qatar, Emirates, Etihad one-stop competitive on price
Monsoon season (Jun–Sep) can disrupt schedules — build buffer time
Overview
India's financial capital gateway — BA and Air India direct from Heathrow plus dense Gulf hub connections for UK–West India VFR traffic.
UK VFR routing
Mumbai handles the largest share of UK–India business and VFR traffic to western states. Gulf hub connections via DOH and DXB often beat direct fares in business class off-peak.
Allow 90+ min for T2 immigration at peak arrival banks — UK passport holders eligible for e-Visa or visa on arrival depending on nationality.
FAQ
Which is better, Indira Gandhi International Airport or Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) at 7.7/10.
Which has better lounges, DEL or BOM?
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) scores higher for lounges at 8.0/10, versus Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at 7.9/10.
Which airport is more on-time, DEL or BOM?
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) has stronger on-time performance at 7.5/10 versus Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) at 7.3/10.
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