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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport vs Alicante-Elche Airport
Detailed comparison of BOM and ALC on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) at 7.2/10.
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.
Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) scores 7.2/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.0),
passenger experience (7.1), and facilities (7.5).
Lounge quality rates 6.9/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Alicante ALC scores 7.2/10 — Costa Blanca UK leisure hub. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-spain-2026 and /guides/alicante-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.2Very Good
On-time7.0Departure reliability
Experience7.1Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.5Food, shops, seating
Lounges6.9Lounge 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
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.1
Facilities & Comfort
7.5
Lounge score6.9/10
Highlights
Top UK Costa Blanca airport — Benidorm, Alicante city, and Murcia within 60 min drive
Jet2 and TUI package base alongside Ryanair and easyJet from 15+ UK airports
Single terminal — straightforward; summer queues significant
Compare Málaga (/airports/malaga) for Costa del Sol; Palma for Balearics
Overview
Costa Blanca gateway — Jet2, TUI, Ryanair, and easyJet dominate UK package and low-cost traffic to Benidorm, Torrevieja, and Murcia coast.
Costa Blanca access
Pre-book resort transfers — public transport to northern Costa Blanca resorts is limited. Tram to Alicante city from airport terminal.
UK261 on return legs; EU261 on EU departures.
FAQ
Which is better, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport or Alicante-Elche Airport?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) at 7.2/10.
Which has better lounges, BOM or ALC?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher for lounges at 7.9/10, versus Alicante-Elche Airport at 6.9/10.
Which airport is more on-time, BOM or ALC?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) at 7.0/10.
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