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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Ranks 9th Among World’s Top 10 Favourite International Airports.

Awards | Dated: 24 Jul 2025

In July 2025, New York-based Travel + Leisure magazine recognized Istanbul Airport as the world’s favourite international airport, followed by Singapore’s Changi. Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport secured 9th place, becoming the only Indian airport featured in the global top‑10 list for the third consecutive year.

🎯 Key Highlights:

- Istanbul Airport retained its number-one ranking in the Travel + Leisure 2025 awards with a stellar reader score of 98.57, up from 95.79 in 2024. Its modern design, increasing global connectivity, and enhanced passenger experience made it the top choice for global travellers.
- Singapore’s Changi Airport took the second position with a score of 95.20, known for its iconic indoor waterfalls, lush indoor gardens with roughly 600,000 plants, exceptional shopping experiences, and seamless operations.
- Other top-rated airports in the top five included Hamad International Airport in Doha (3rd), Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi (4th), and Dubai International Airport (5th). Airports from Hong Kong, Finland, and Tokyo also ranked within the top eight.

💡 Other Important Facts:

(i) Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) ranked 9th globally with a score of 84.23, surpassing South Korea’s Incheon Airport. It is the only Indian airport among the top 10 and has achieved this recognition for the third year in a row.
(ii) Managed by Mumbai International Airport Ltd (MIAL) under Adani Airport Holdings Ltd, CSMIA handled approximately 55.12 million passengers in FY 2024–25 and maintains direct connectivity to over 54 international and 67 domestic destinations, with nearly 1,000 daily air traffic movements.
(iii) The airport recently became the first in India and third globally to receive Level 5 Airport Customer Experience accreditation from the Airports Council International (ACI). Notable upgrades include a new Airport Operations Control Centre, 68 electronic gates, self-service check-in terminals, and expansion of the DigiYatra biometric passport-free system.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, what rank did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport secure in the list of the World’s Top 10 Favourite International Airports?

Correct Answer: 9th

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