Terminal 2 (T2) of Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has received a 5-Star Airport Terminal Rating from Skytrax, a globally recognised standard for airport quality. This makes it the the first terminal in India to achieve this distinction. The Kempegowda International Airport has also been recognised as the best regional airport in India and South Asia. According to a press release released by Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) on April 9, the 5-Star Airport Rating has been given after a thorough audit of more than 800 passenger touchpoints across 30 categories, such as terminal design, cleanliness, security, digital integration, hospitality, inclusivity, and sustainability. “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,” said Hari Marar, MD & CEO, BIAL, according to PTI. “With this achievement, BLR Airport becomes the first airport in India to achieve this highest 5-Star Rating, the highest quality recognition for an airport,” Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said. Also Read: Why Did Elon Musk Rage-Quit His Favourite Online Game? When Tesla Chief Got Bullied The Skytrax World Airport Star Rating was first given 20 years ago and has since grown to become a worldwide standard for assessing quality in the airport sector. Criteria For Airport Star Rating Levels: Skytrax assigns ratings of 1-Star to 5-Star for up to 800 customer-facing aspects of airport product and service, spanning 30 different customer interaction points ranging from the airport website to terminal hotel quality. The rating methodology is standardized across the industry, applying the same foundational criteria to all airports—ranging from major hubs to small regional facilities. The ratings are based on the front-line customer experience during the entire journey through an airport. Final ratings are applied when an Airport Audit is finished or our audit team has acquired sufficient evidence to do a thorough airport rating. Here are the world’s top 20 airports for 2025, as per Skytrax Singapore Changi Airport Hamad International Airport Tokyo International Airport (Haneda) Incheon International Airport Narita International Airport Hong Kong International Airport Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Rome Fiumicino Airport Munich Airport Zurich Airport Dubai International Airport Helsinki-Vantaa Airport Vancouver International Airport Istanbul Airport Vienna International Airport Melbourne Airport Chubu Centrair International Airport Copenhagen Airport Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Bahrain International Airport Four Indian airports also made it into the top 100 list: Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi came in at number 32 on the list. The busiest airport in India, it is renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities, art exhibits, effective immigration, and strong connections. Also Read: Why Is Dhoni Blamed For Chennai Super Kings’ Losses? The Easy Target Of IPL Trolls At number 48 was Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. It includes the stunning new Terminal 2, which was designed with inspiration from nature and is brimming with open spaces, art, and greenery. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad came in at number 56. It is commended for its excellent passenger experience, welcoming staff, and cleanliness. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai came in at number 73 on the list. The airport stands out with eye-catching architecture and artworks. It is also among the busiest airports in India.