Bangalore Kempegowda Terminal 2 the first airport in India to receive 5-Star Rating
Bangalore Kempegowda Terminal 2 becomes the first airport in India to receive the highest 5-Star Airport Rating
Bangalore Kempegowda International Airport Terminal 2 has been certified with the prestigious 5-Star Airport Terminal Rating by international air transport rating organisation SKYTRAX, becoming the first terminal in India to achieve this global distinction.
The 5-Star Airport Terminal Rating recognises very high standards of quality and service delivered across the complete passenger journey.
Speaking on the recognition, Hari Marar, MD & CEO, Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL), said, “At BLR Airport, we are driven by a singular vision—to create a world-class travel experience that is seamless, innovative, and sustainable. Becoming India’s first airport terminal to achieve the 5-Star Skytrax rating, alongside earning the Best Regional Airport in India and South Asia is not just a recognition of our efforts, but a testament to the passion and dedication of our team. These milestones place Bengaluru on the global aviation stage, and we are deeply grateful to our passengers, partners, and employees for their trust and support. As we continue to push boundaries and set new industry benchmarks, our commitment remains unwavering—to redefine airport excellence with every journey.”
Conceived as a “terminal in a garden”, Terminal 2 is widely regarded as one of the most architecturally ambitious terminals in the region. Beyond its biophilic interiors and sustainable design, the terminal incorporates a range of unique outdoor spaces, including treetop walkways, bamboo-clad viewing terraces, and in the coming months, an elevated panoramic restaurant offering passengers a tranquil and engaging experience.
The Terminal was evaluated across all customer facing product and service aspects, including arrival, departure, and transfer procedures, shopping and dining options, and other key customer facilities.
Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said: “This 5-Star Terminal Rating is a significant milestone for Bangalore Airport. Terminal 2 has set a benchmark in India with its visionary design and commitment to quality, achieving world class standards in passenger experience.”
The Skytrax 5-Star Terminal Rating adds to the growing international recognition of Terminal 2 since its opening and reaffirms its position as a most impressive airport infrastructure project.
As India’s first terminal to attain this level of global recognition, Terminal 2 reflects a new chapter in the airport experience, being one that combines efficiency with environmental consciousness and architectural distinction.
About Bangalore International Airport Limited
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport) closed Financial Year (FY) 2025 with more than 41.88 million passengers and processed 502,480 metric tonnes of cargo. As the busiest airport in South India and the third largest in the country, BLR Airport achieved a significant milestone in 2024 by surpassing 350 million passengers since its launch or Airport Opening Day (AOD). In cargo operations, BLR Airport has maintained its position as the No. 1 airport for processing perishable cargo in India for the fourth consecutive year.
