Bengaluru Airport’s Terminal 2 is India’s first to get 5-star rating

By Swaleha | Published on April 11, 2025

Breaking News / April 11, 2025

Bengaluru Airport’s Terminal 2 is India’s first to get 5-star rating

The 5-Star Airport Rating is given after a comprehensive audit of over 800 passenger touchpoints over more than 30 categories.

New Delhi:

The 5-Star Airport Rating is given after a comprehensive audit of over 800 passenger touchpoints over more than 30 categories. These categories contain criteria such as terminal design, cleanliness, security, digital integration, hospitality, inclusivity, and sustainability, all aimed at ensuring an exceptional and seamless travel experience, according to a press release from Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) issued on Wednesday.

Kempegowda International Airport’s Terminal 2 (T2) has achieved the honour of being India’s first terminal to receive a 5-star Airport Terminal Rating from Skytrax. It is a globally recognised benchmark for airport excellence.

Hari Marar, Managing Director and CEO of BIAL mentioned, “These milestones position Bengaluru on the global aviation stage, and we are deeply grateful to our passengers, partners, and employees for their trust and support.” Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, commented, “With this achievement, BLR Airport becomes the first airport in India to attain this highest 5-Star Rating, the ultimate recognition of quality for an airport.”

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