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Verdict

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) scores higher overall at 8.1/10 versus Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) at 7.8/10.

Score comparison

Metric Frankfurt Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.1 7.8
On-Time Performance 8.0 7.5
Passenger Experience 7.9 7.7
Facilities & Comfort 8.4 8.2
Lounge Score 9.0 8.0
City Frankfurt New Delhi
Country Germany India
Terminals 2 terminals (T1 + T2) + First Class Terminal 3 terminals (T1 domestic, T2 regional, T3 international)
Annual passengers 59M+ 72M+

Operational comparison

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

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

Detailed profiles

Frankfurt, Germany · FRA · #1 in this comparison

Frankfurt Airport

2 terminals (T1 + T2) + First Class Terminal · 59M+ passengers/year

8.1 / 10

How good is Frankfurt Airport?

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) scores 8.1/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.0), passenger experience (7.9), and facilities (8.4). Lounge quality rates 9.0/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Frankfurt FRA is rated 8.1/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 9.0/10 — boosted by Lufthansa First Class Terminal. Star Alliance hub with efficient Schengen connections. See /reviews/lufthansa-first-class-terminal-fra for the First Class Terminal review.

FlightLogic Score 8.1 Excellent
On-time 8.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.9 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.4 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 9.0 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
8.0
Passenger Experience
7.9
Facilities & Comfort
8.4
Lounge score 9.0/10

Highlights

  • Lufthansa First Class Terminal is a standalone private terminal for First passengers — Porsche transfer to aircraft
  • Terminal 1 hosts most Star Alliance long-haul; Terminal 2 for some partners
  • Senator and Business lounges throughout T1 — among Europe's largest lounge networks
  • Common UK connection hub for Star Alliance routes to Asia, Africa, and the Americas

Overview

Lufthansa and Star Alliance hub — home to the separate First Class Terminal and extensive Senator lounges.

First Class Terminal and Senator lounges

Lufthansa First Class passengers use a separate terminal with private dining, spa, and chauffeur drive to the aircraft — not accessible from the main terminal airside.

Senator lounges in Terminal 1 serve Star Alliance Gold and business class on long-haul departures.

New Delhi, India · DEL · #2 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 and /guides/delhi-airport-lounge-guide.

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.

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FAQ

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

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) scores higher overall at 8.1/10 versus Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) at 7.8/10.

Which has better lounges, FRA or DEL?

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) scores higher for lounges at 9.0/10, versus Indira Gandhi International Airport at 8.0/10.

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

Frankfurt Airport (FRA) has stronger on-time performance at 8.0/10 versus Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) at 7.5/10.