Indira Gandhi International Airport has been named the Best Airport in India and South Asia at the 2026 World Airport Awards by Skytrax, reinforcing its status as the country’s premier aviation hub, according to reports.
The airport has also improved its standing in global rankings, climbing to 28th place in 2026 from 32nd in 2025. Operated by Delhi International Airport Limited under GMR Airports Limited, it remains the only Indian airport to feature in the world’s top 30 list.
The recognition places Delhi Airport at the top of a regional list that includes major airports such as Kempegowda International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Manohar International Airport, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Chennai International Airport, Bandaranaike International Airport, Cochin International Airport, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport.
The awards reflect passenger experience and operational standards, highlighting improvements in service, infrastructure and overall efficiency. Delhi’s rise in global ranking suggests consistent performance gains over the past year.
For Indian aviation, the result is significant, as it signals international recognition for an airport that handles the country’s largest volume of air traffic and serves as a key gateway to the region.
