Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL), which operates the Kempegowda International Airport, has reported a remarkable turnaround in its financial performance for FY25. After recording a loss of ₹23 crore in FY24, the airport is now back in the black with a net profit of ₹510 crore.
This shift to profitability comes on the back of strong growth in operations, especially after the expansion of the newly developed Terminal 2 (T2). The T2 terminal, designed to increase passenger handling capacity and improve service quality, has played a key role in boosting the airport’s overall performance.
Backed by Canadian billionaire Prem Watsa, BIAL reported a robust 43% jump in revenue, which soared to ₹3,732 crore in FY25 from ₹2,613 crore in the previous fiscal. This impressive growth in revenue has been a major contributor to the company’s profitable year.
According to a note from credit rating agency Crisil, Kempegowda International Airport, now the third-largest in India, handled 41.88 million passengers in FY25. This is an 11.6% increase compared to 37.53 million passengers in FY24. The airport also crossed the milestone of handling over 5 lakh metric tonnes of cargo, reinforcing its importance as a major air cargo hub in the country.
While Crisil shared this financial update, BIAL has not yet responded to requests for additional details on the financials.
The surge in passenger numbers, strong cargo operations, and the operational benefits of Terminal 2 have all contributed to the airport’s financial revival. With these achievements, Kempegowda International Airport continues to strengthen its position as South India’s busiest airport and a key driver of regional connectivity and economic growth.
