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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport vs Barcelona El Prat Airport
Detailed comparison of BOM and BCN on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) at 7.6/10. Barcelona El Prat Airport is more reliable for on-time departures (7.4/10).
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.
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) scores 7.6/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.4),
passenger experience (7.5), and facilities (7.9).
Lounge quality rates 7.4/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Barcelona BCN scores 7.6/10 on FlightLogic — Spain's #2 airport and top UK–Catalonia gateway. T1/T2 split for Schengen. Aeroport train to city ~25 min. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-spain-2026 and /guides/barcelona-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.6Very Good
On-time7.4Departure reliability
Experience7.5Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.9Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.4Lounge 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
7.4
Passenger Experience
7.5
Facilities & Comfort
7.9
Lounge score7.4/10
Highlights
Primary UK gateway to Barcelona, Costa Brava, and Pyrenees ski transfers
Dense UK schedule — BA, Vueling, easyJet, Jet2, Ryanair from Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, and regional bases
Aena lounge and Priority Pass options in T1; allow time for terminal split on Schengen vs non-Schengen
EU261 applies on EU departures — UK261 on UK-return flights
Overview
Spain's second-busiest airport and the primary UK gateway to Catalonia — Vueling and Ryanair hub with dense BA, easyJet, and Jet2 schedules from London and regional UK.
UK routes and airlines
British Airways, Vueling, easyJet, Jet2, and Ryanair operate multiple daily frequencies from London and Manchester. Vueling (IAG) offers Avios earning on select fares — useful for BA collectors routing UK–Spain.
Compare BCN against Palma (/airports/palma) for Balearics holidays and Málaga (/airports/malaga) for Costa del Sol — Barcelona wins on city breaks and northern Spain access.
FAQ
Which is better, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport or Barcelona El Prat Airport?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) at 7.6/10. Barcelona El Prat Airport is more reliable for on-time departures (7.4/10).
Which has better lounges, BOM or BCN?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher for lounges at 7.9/10, versus Barcelona El Prat Airport at 7.4/10.
Which airport is more on-time, BOM or BCN?
Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) has stronger on-time performance at 7.4/10 versus Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) at 7.3/10.
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