Airports around the world upgrade their services by adding new terminals and enhancing facilities. But to improve the passenger experience, it is equally important that the airports have a good on-time performance. Airports in India have consistently been improving in all sectors and setting a benchmark in the aviation industry. Kempegowda International Airport was recently adjudged as the world’s most punctual airport by Cirium. The world-class hub has maintained its on-time performance for three consecutive months now and is ahead of major global airports. 

While Bangalore Airport had an impressive on-time performance of 87.51% in July, it improved to 89.66% in August and was 88.51% last month. Kempegowda International Airport is ahead of the Salt Lake City International Airport in US that had an on-time performance of 87.04%. 

Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Grabs the 3rd Spot with its On-Time Performance

Another major Indian airport to feature in the list is the state-of-the-art Rajiv Gandhi International Airport that ranked third in the world’s most punctual airport list. It had an on-time performance of 86.48%. The report had tracked around 13,973 flights to and from Hyderabad, while around 18,913 flights to Bangalore and from the ‘garden city’ were taken into account.

US Airports’ On-Time Performance

Four airports in USA featured in the list of top 10 world’s most punctual airports. While Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) ranked 4th with an on-time performance of 85.89%, the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) grabbed the 7th spot with 85.10%. The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is right behind on the 8th spot with an on-time performance of 83.97%. The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) was another major US airport that was ranked 10th with 83.15% flights on time. 

As passengers it is important that you are not just aware of the world’s safest airlines but also the best global hubs so you can plan your travel seamlessly. If you are traveling on the USA-India route, you can travel from Atlanta to Bangalore or anywhere else and expect a hassle-free journey. And to have a seamless and affordable trip, booking Indian Eagle tickets is a smart choice. 

Did the airport in your city make it to the list of world’s most punctual airports? If yes, comment below and let us know.

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Bangalore is one of the top ten tourist places in India and has millions of tourists flying to the city annually. To cater to the growing needs of the flyers, a new ‘080 lounge’ has been unveiled at the terminal 1 of the Bangalore international airport.

This domestic and international lounge was revealed on Wednesday, i.e, 8th June 2022. It will provide an immersive experience of various lounge services to the flyers.

‘080’ is the trunk dial code of the city, this is how the lounge got its name. It has a movie screening area, a library, buffet setups, several bar counters, and various other facilities for the passengers.

According to the senior official representing Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), the lounges at the Bangalore airport are world-class and these establish a strong dedication and connection to the city. Apart from its name, various design elements such as inclusion of artisans, heritage, art, and flora reflect the diverse and rich culture of Bangalore. To reaffirm the city’s reputation as the ‘garden city of India’, greenery in the form of inverted gardens has been creatively added throughout the lounges here. He also said that the lounge 080 will leave a lasting impression of the city in the minds of the travelers as it has been meticulously designed to meet the unique requirements of each passenger.

This lounge, operated by Travel Food Services (TFS) is available for flyers who are members of their loyalty programs, the partner airline or the patrons who want to use these services before their flight.

Other features at the lounge include a Wellness Zone that comes with therapy rooms, an Entertainment Pod, which has an enclosed area to watch movies, and a Quiet Lounge that has a library for those who love to read and are seeking solitude at the busy Bangalore airport.

The authorities at BIAL also established a 080 Transit Hotel that will provide a convenient and comfortable accommodation for passengers in-transit. The best thing about this is that they offer flexible hourly rates so passengers can utilize this to relax between long layovers due to connecting flights. Celebrity chef Abhijit Saha along with his team of professionals is in charge of providing amazing culinary experiences to the flyers. It is also said that the lounges will follow the sustainability principles adhering to BIAL’s commitment for a sustainable future. The menu here is prepared using fresh, artisanal, and local ingredients that are chemical-free and grown in various villages near the Bangalore airport.

You can book flights to Bangalore through Indian Eagle and experience the new amenities offered at the 080 lounge during your trip here.

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