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GMR Hyderabad International Airport (GHIAL) on Monday announced that Hyderabad International Airport has been awarded the 4th Most Family-Friendly Airport in the world by AttractionTickets.com, a leading UK-based travel experience provider. The airport is also among the only two Indian airports to feature in this prestigious global ranking.
According to a release, the recognition is part of AttractionTickets.com's Happiest Airports Ranking, which assessed over 140 airports worldwide across key family-centric parameters with a score of 18.5 out of 20. These included Google review ratings, availability of children's play areas, family security lanes, baby-changing facilities, stroller services, rest and sleep zones, Wi-Fi quality, airport size, and support for neurodivergent passengers. Each airport was scored out of 20 based on its performance across these nine indicators, with the final rankings compiled through data analysis conducted in May 2026. Commenting on the recognition, Kadhir Kadhiravan, CEO, GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd, said, "Being ranked among the world's most family-friendly airports is a proud milestone for Hyderabad Airport. This recognition reflects our continued commitment to designing a passenger experience that is inclusive, thoughtful, and responsive to the evolving needs of modern travellers. From child-friendly facilities to personalised assistance for families, every element is designed to make travel smoother, more comfortable, and memorable. This recognition strengthens our resolve to keep raising global benchmarks, as we continue to innovate and evolve in line with the changing needs of modern travellers." Hyderabad Airport's consistent focus on delivering a seamless and inclusive experience for families has been instrumental in achieving this milestone. The airport offers a thoughtfully curated suite of facilities, including dedicated kids' play areas, family rooms, well-equipped baby care rooms across terminal levels, complimentary baby strollers, and trained passenger service associates to assist families throughout their journey. Additional amenities such as therapy dogs, a yoga room, diverse food and beverage options, and family-friendly retail further enhance the travel experience. This global recognition propels Hyderabad Airport into the future as a benchmark for next-generation passenger experience--where intelligent infrastructure, intuitive service design, and empathetic human touchpoints seamlessly converge. (ANI)
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