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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport vs Allama Iqbal International Airport

Detailed comparison of BOM and LHE on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.

Verdict

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.2/10.

Score comparison

Metric Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Allama Iqbal International Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.7 7.2
On-Time Performance 7.3 7.0
Passenger Experience 7.6 7.1
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.5
Lounge Score 7.9 7.3
City Mumbai Lahore
Country India Pakistan
Terminals 2 terminals (T2 international integrated) 1 main terminal (Old + New Hall)
Annual passengers 52M+ 6M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy BOM — Chhatrapati LHE — Allama
Rail / public transport ——
To city centre ——
Lounge day pass ——
Min. connection time ——
Primary hub carriers ——

Detailed profiles

Mumbai, India · BOM · #1 in this comparison

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

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 and /guides/mumbai-airport-lounge-guide.

FlightLogic Score 7.7 Very Good
On-time 7.3 Departure reliability
Experience 7.6 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 8.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.9 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
7.3
Passenger Experience
7.6
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score 7.9/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK–West India gateway — Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa connections
  • T2 integrated terminal — GVK Lounge, Adani Lounge, Priority Pass options
  • 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.

Lahore, Pakistan · LHE · #2 in this comparison

Allama Iqbal International Airport

1 main terminal (Old + New Hall) · 6M+ passengers/year

7.2 / 10

How good is Allama Iqbal International Airport?

Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) 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 7.3/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Lahore LHE scores 7.2/10 — Punjab VFR gateway. PIA from MAN; Gulf via DOH/DXB. Compare /airports/islamabad. See /guides/uk-pakistan-flights-guide.

FlightLogic Score 7.2 Very Good
On-time 7.0 Departure reliability
Experience 7.1 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.5 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.3 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
7.0
Passenger Experience
7.1
Facilities & Comfort
7.5
Lounge score 7.3/10

Highlights

  • UK–Punjab VFR hub — largest diaspora routing after Islamabad
  • PIA direct MAN–LHE; Qatar and Emirates one-stop competitive year-round
  • CIP Lounge and Priority Pass options — moderate capacity
  • e-Visa required — apply at visa.nadra.gov.pk before travel

Overview

Punjab's primary airport — PIA from Manchester and Heathrow plus dense Gulf hub connections for UK–Lahore VFR traffic.

UK routing

Peak VFR: summer holidays and Eid periods — book 4–6 months ahead. PIA direct saves connection time; QR/EK win on business class price.

Compare total journey to final city — Lahore vs Islamabad depends on family location in Punjab.

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FAQ

Which is better, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport or Allama Iqbal International Airport?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.2/10.

Which has better lounges, BOM or LHE?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher for lounges at 7.9/10, versus Allama Iqbal International Airport at 7.3/10.

Which airport is more on-time, BOM or LHE?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) at 7.0/10.