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Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
‘IGI Airport ranks 10th in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region': DIAL
Delhi's IGI Airport has secured the 10th spot in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region for 'seamless' connectivity, airport operator Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) said on Wednesday. IGI is the only Indian airport in the top 10 list, it said. The rankings have been released by the Airports Council International Asia-Pacific and Middle East. 'This milestone reflects our continuous focus on enhancing the passenger experience and maintaining the highest standards,' said DIAL chief executive officer Videh Kumar Jaipuriar. A DIAL spokesperson said the rankings were a recognition of IGI offering seamless connectivity to 153 destinations — 81 domestic and 72 international with robust infrastructure, innovative passenger services, and efficient transfer processes that have made it a preferred gateway for travellers across Asia and beyond. 'As part of its Phase 3A expansion project, DIAL has doubled the International-to-International transfer area, stepping up capacity and making transfers easier for passengers,' the spokesperson said, adding that the airport has also introduced new biometric registration kiosks for e-visa holders. 'Delhi connects to 88% of India's long-haul destinations and operates 56% of all India-origin long-haul weekly flights. 42% of all long-haul passengers from India choose Delhi as their travel gateway,' the spokesperson added. Dubai International Airport topped this year's Hub Connectivity Index, with Shanghai Pudong and Hamad International Airports next.
New Indian Express
29-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
IGIA among top 10 airport hubs in Asia-Pacific
NEW DELHI: Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) has been ranked among the top 10 hub airports in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, according to the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking released by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID). The airport, operated by GMR-DIAL, is the only Indian airport to be included in the top 10. Dubai International Airport leads this year's Hub Connectivity Index, followed by Shanghai Pudong and Hamad International Airports. 'The ranking recognises Delhi Airport's growing stature as a global transit hub, with seamless connectivity to 153 destinations worldwide, including 81 domestic and 72 international routes. It also aligns with the Centre's endeavour to develop IGIA as a global transit hub,' DIAL said in a statement. 'Being the only Indian airport to achieve this distinction is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and passenger-centric service,' said Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, CEO, DIAL. The 2025 edition of the ACI rankings introduced a 'Hub Connectivity Index', which evaluates airports based on the effectiveness and quality of their hub operations.
Indian Express
28-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Delhi airport among 10 best hub airports in Asia Pacific and Middle East regions: Report
Delhi airport is among the 10 best hub airports in the Asia Pacific and Middle East region, according to a report released Wednesday. The list of 10 best hub airports in the Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East's 2024 is topped by Dubai International Airport. While Shanghai Pudong International Airport (China) secures the spot, Hamad International Airport (Qatar) is at the third spot. The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi, the only Indian airport on the hub connectivity list, is at the tenth spot. Hub airports serve as central connecting points for flights from different routes to facilitate the transfer of cargo and passengers. The rankings were released on Wednesday by the Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID). The 2025 edition of the ACI rankings introduced a 'Hub Connectivity Index', which evaluates airports on the quality and effectiveness of their hub operations. The index considers factors such as transfer viability and window timings, route deviations from optimal paths, and strength and reach of onward connectivity. 'We are immensely proud and honoured that the Delhi airport has been recognised as one of the top 10 hub airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region in the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking by Airports Council International,' said Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, CEO of Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), which operates the IGIA. The government has been attempting to develop IGIA as a global transit hub, with Delhi airport providing connectivity to 153 destinations (81 domestic and 72 international), according to an official statement by DIAL. Delhi connects to 88% of India's long-haul destinations and operates 56% of all India-origin long-haul weekly flights, the statement underlines. It also states that the airport has significantly broadened its global footprint by adding over 20 exclusive international destinations in recent years. New routes include Phnom Penh, Bali Denpasar, Calgary, Montreal, Vancouver, Washington Dulles, Chicago O'Hare, Tokyo Haneda, and more.
India Gazette
28-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Delhi Airport emerges among Top 10 hubs in Asia-Pacific and Middle East region
New Delhi [India], May 28 (ANI): Delhi Airport is the only Indian airport to be among top 10 hub airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region, according to the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking released by Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC and MID). The ranking, topped by Dubai International Airport, recognises Delhi Airport's growing stature as a global transit hub, with seamless connectivity to 153 destinations worldwide, including 81 domestic and 72 international routes. It is also in line with the Government of India's endeavour to develop Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport as a global transit hub. CEO of Delhi International Airport Limited, Videh Kumar Jaipuriar said, 'We are immensely proud and honored that Delhi Airport has been recognized as one of the top 10 hub airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region in the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking by Airports Council International.' 'Being the only Indian airport to achieve this distinction is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and passenger-centric service,' said Jaipuriar. 'Together, we will continue to enhance connectivity, improve passenger experience, and uphold our position as a premier gateway connecting India to the world.' Under its ambitious Phase 3A expansion project, DIAL has successfully doubled the International-to-International transfer area, enhancing capacity and passenger convenience. New biometric registration kiosks for e-visa holders are among several recent upgrades designed to streamline the travel experience. Delhi Airport emerges as a gateway to the world: Delhi Airport has significantly broadened its global footprint by adding over 20 exclusive international destinations in recent years. New routes include Phnom Penh, Bali Denpasar, Calgary, Montreal, Vancouver, Washington Dulles, Chicago O'Hare, Tokyo Haneda, and more, the airport operator said in a statement. Over the past decade, transfer passenger volume has doubled, underscoring Delhi Airport's emergence as a premier transit hub in South Asia. Delhi connects to 88% of India's long-haul destinations and operates 56 per cent of all India-origin long-haul weekly flights. Nearly half (42 per cent) of all long-haul passengers from India choose Delhi as their travel gateway. Each year, Delhi Airport facilitates seamless connections for 4 million domestic passengers traveling onward to international destinations. 'With Indian carriers increasingly deploying wide-body aircraft, Delhi Airport is on track to become a Global gateway hub, strengthening its role as the preferred gateway for international and long-haul travellers,' the airport operator said in the statement. The 2025 edition of the ACI rankings introduced a 'Hub Connectivity Index', which evaluates airports on the quality and effectiveness of their hub operations. The index considers factors such as: * Transfer viability and window timings * Route deviations from optimal paths * Strength and reach of onward connectivity Dubai International Airport leads this year's Hub Connectivity Index, followed by Shanghai Pudong and Hamad International Airports. Delhi Airport has secured the 10th spot. (ANI)
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi's IGI airport ranks among top 10 hub airports in Asia-Pacific and Middle East
Representative image NEW DELHI: Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport has earned distinction as the only Indian airport ranked among the top 10 hub airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region, according to the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking released by Airports Council International (ACI) for Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Middle East (MID). Dubai International Airport leads the rankings, while Delhi Airport stands out for its robust connectivity to 153 destinations worldwide- comprising 81 domestic and 72 international routes. This milestone aligns with the Indian Government's vision to establish Delhi as a global transit hub. Videh Kumar Jaipuriar, CEO of Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), said, 'We are immensely proud and honored that Delhi Airport has been recognized as one of the top 10 hub airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region in the 2024 Air Connectivity Ranking by Airports Council International.' 'Being the only Indian airport to achieve this distinction is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and passenger-centric service. Together, we will continue to enhance connectivity, improve passenger experience, and uphold our position as a premier gateway connecting India to the world," he added. Delhi Airport has undertaken significant infrastructure enhancements under its Phase 3A expansion, which has doubled the international-to-international transfer area, boosting both capacity and passenger convenience. Recent upgrades also include the installation of biometric registration kiosks for e-visa holders, streamlining immigration and transit processes. The airport has broadened its international footprint by adding over 20 exclusive destinations in recent years. New routes include Phnom Penh, Bali Denpasar, Calgary, Montreal, Vancouver, Washington Dulles, Chicago O'Hare, and Tokyo Haneda, among others. Transfer passenger volumes at Delhi Airport have doubled over the past decade, solidifying its position as South Asia's primary transit hub. The airport currently handles 88 per cent of India's long-haul destinations and 56 per cent of India-origin long-haul weekly flights. Furthermore, 42 per cent of Indian long-haul travellers choose Delhi as their departure point. Each year, the airport facilitates 4 million domestic-to-international transfer passengers. According to the airport operator, 'With Indian carriers increasingly deploying wide-body aircraft, Delhi Airport is on track to become a global gateway hub, strengthening its role as the preferred gateway for international and long-haul travellers.' The 2025 ACI rankings introduced a new 'Hub Connectivity Index' which evaluates hub airports based on the quality and efficiency of their operations. Key metrics include transfer viability and timing windows, route deviations from optimal paths, and the strength and reach of onward connectivity. Dubai International Airport secured the top spot in the Hub Connectivity Index, followed by Shanghai Pudong and Hamad International Airport. Delhi Airport ranked tenth, marking a significant achievement for India's aviation landscape. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
