Bengaluru’s KIA named best regional airport in India and south Asia; moves to 41st spot in global rankings
The Hindu
Bengaluru’s KIA named Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia, ranking 41st globally, excelling in passenger experience and sustainability.
The Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) has been recognised as the Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia for the third consecutive year at the Skytrax World Airport Awards 2026.
The airport has also advanced in the global airport rankings in 2026, moving up from 48 to 41.
The Skytrax World Airport Awards, widely regarded as a global benchmark for airport excellence, recognise airports that deliver outstanding customer experience across key touchpoints, including check-in, arrivals, transfers, retail, security, immigration and departures.
“This recognition builds on KIA’s consistent performance across both experience and scale. The airport has received global recognition recently including being named Best Airport in Arrivals Globally for the fourth time. While Terminal 2 became the first in India to receive a 5-star Skytrax rating, the airport has also achieved the highest Level 5 Accreditation under ACI’s Airport Carbon,” the Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL) said.
Hari Marar, Managing Director & CEO, BIAL said, “Our continued recognition at the Skytrax World Airport Awards reflects the strength of our long-term vision and consistent focus on passenger experience. It is a testament to the collective effort of our teams and partners who continue to push the boundaries of what a modern airport experience can be. At KIA, our focus is on building for the future, where design, technology and sustainability come together to create a seamless passenger journey. As we scale and strengthen our position as a key transfer hub in the region, we remain committed to continuously raising the bar on service and experience.”
Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said: “Winning this award for a third consecutive year is a fantastic achievement for KIA and highlights strong appreciation shown by passengers. Terminal 2 has strengthened the airport’s reputation, and Bengaluru is now positioned among the region’s most recognisable airports.”
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