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Verdict

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) scores higher overall at 7.7/10 versus Tenerife South Airport (TFS) at 7.4/10.

Score comparison

Metric Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Tenerife South Airport
FlightLogic Score 7.7 7.4
On-Time Performance 7.3 7.2
Passenger Experience 7.6 7.3
Facilities & Comfort 8.0 7.7
Lounge Score 7.9 7.0
City Mumbai Tenerife
Country India Spain
Terminals 2 terminals (T2 international integrated) 1 terminal
Annual passengers 52M+ 12M+

Operational comparison

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

Policy BOM — Chhatrapati TFS — Tenerife
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.

Tenerife, Spain · TFS · #2 in this comparison

Tenerife South Airport

1 terminal · 12M+ passengers/year

7.4 / 10

How good is Tenerife South Airport?

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 Score 7.4 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.3 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.7 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.0 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
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.7
Lounge score 7.0/10

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.