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Verdict

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) at 7.5/10.

Score comparison

Metric Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.7 7.5
On-Time Performance 7.3 7.3
Passenger Experience 7.6 7.4
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.8
Lounge Score 7.9 7.2
City Mumbai Málaga
Country India Spain
Terminals 2 terminals (T2 international integrated) 3 terminals (T2/T3 main)
Annual passengers 52M+ 22M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy BOM — Chhatrapati AGP — Málaga-Costa
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-2026 and /guides/mumbai-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

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.

Málaga, Spain · AGP · #2 in this comparison

Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport

3 terminals (T2/T3 main) · 22M+ passengers/year

7.5 / 10

How good is Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport?

Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) scores 7.5/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.3), passenger experience (7.4), and facilities (7.8). Lounge quality rates 7.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Málaga AGP scores 7.5/10 — Costa del Sol gateway with year-round UK routes. Train to Málaga city ~12 min. Compare /airports/palma for Balearics. See /guides/malaga-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.5 Very Good
On-time 7.3 Departure reliability
Experience 7.4 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.8 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.2 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
7.4
Facilities & Comfort
7.8
Lounge score 7.2/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK gateway to Marbella, Nerja, Granada, and Costa del Sol resorts
  • Year-round UK service — stronger winter sun market than northern Spain airports
  • Cercanías train to Málaga centre ~12 min; coach links to Marbella and Estepona
  • Sala VIP and Priority Pass lounges — moderate queues off-peak

Overview

Gateway to the Costa del Sol, Andalusia, and Gibraltar region — dense year-round UK schedule on Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, TUI, and BA.

Costa del Sol access

AGP sits 8 km from Málaga city and 45–60 min by road from Marbella depending on traffic. Pre-book transfers in summer.

UK261 on return UK legs; EU261 on EU departures.

FAQ

Which is better, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport or Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) at 7.5/10.

Which has better lounges, BOM or AGP?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher for lounges at 7.9/10, versus Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport at 7.2/10.

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

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP) at 7.3/10.