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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport vs Tenerife South Airport
Detailed comparison of BOM and TFS on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Tenerife South Airport (TFS) at 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.
Tenerife South Airport (TFS) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2),
passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.7).
Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Tenerife South TFS scores 7.4/10 — Canary Islands UK gateway. Year-round sun. See /guides/best-airlines-uk-spain-2026 and /guides/tenerife-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.4Very Good
On-time7.2Departure reliability
Experience7.3Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.7Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.0Lounge 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
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.7
Lounge score7.0/10
Highlights
Canary Islands' busiest airport for UK tourists — winter sun and half-term favourite
Jet2 and TUI dominate; easyJet and Ryanair from London and regional UK
Year-round warm climate — peak UK traffic Oct–Apr and school holidays
Compare Tenerife North (TFN) — TFS handles virtually all UK traffic
Overview
Canary Islands' primary UK gateway — year-round sun destination with Jet2, TUI, easyJet, and Ryanair from across the UK for Playa de las Américas and Costa Adeje.
Canary Islands routing
TFS serves southern resorts; TFN (north) has limited UK service. Gran Canaria (LPA) is alternative Canary gateway — not yet profiled.
EU261 applies; UK261 on UK-return flights. Allow 2+ hrs security at Easter and half-term.
FAQ
Which is better, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport or Tenerife South Airport?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Tenerife South Airport (TFS) at 7.4/10.
Which has better lounges, BOM or TFS?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher for lounges at 7.9/10, versus Tenerife South Airport at 7.0/10.
Which airport is more on-time, BOM or TFS?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) has stronger on-time performance at 7.3/10 versus Tenerife South Airport (TFS) at 7.2/10.
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