Dedicated premium zones at T1 and T2 mark India’s first-ever Uber Black airport pickup experience
Bangalore, 11 August 2025: Uber, India’s leading ridehailing platforms, in partnership with Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), today launched dedicated premium pickup zones for Uber Black and Uber Comfort at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The upgraded zone will offer seamless connectivity and elevated airport travel experience switching between ground transport travel and flights.
The new zones provide seamless access to Uber’s premium ride categories and are equipped with enhanced amenities and on-ground support. With a focus on comfort, service and convenience, the launch marks another step forward in Uber’s commitment to offering elevated mobility solutions at key travel hubs across India.
With this launch, Uber unveils its first ever Uber Black zone in India at an airport, solidifying its position as a premium mobility provider at one of the country’s most important aviation hubs. Riders booking Uber Black and Uber Comfort from Bangalore airport can now enjoy dedicated pickup zones at both terminals for faster access, trained support staff to assist riders on-ground, premium amenities including water dispensers, charging stations, and staffed helpdesk kiosk, High rated drivers and well-appointed vehicles ensuring a premium ride experience.
Commenting on the launch, Arnab Kumar, Director, Business Development, Uber India and South Asia, said, “Bangalore airport is one of the busiest and most important airports in India. With the introduction of Uber Black Pickup zones for Uber Black and Uber Comfort, we are enhancing the travel experience from the moment passengers step out of the terminal. This collaboration reflects our continued focus on offering premium, tech-enabled and rider first solutions at India’s leading airports.”
BIAL spokesperson said, “We’re pleased to welcome a premium offering like Uber Black at BLR Airport, further extending the comfort and care our passengers experience inside the terminal to their journey on-ground. The dedicated pickup zones for Uber Black and Uber Comfort are a step forward in our vision to deliver seamless, high-quality experiences at every stage of travel. This collaboration is yet another step in strengthening our commitment to delivering a world-class, passenger-first airport ecosystem.”
This launch reinforces Uber’s positioning as a preferred partner in the airport mobility ecosystem. By securing prominent pickup locations at the Bangalore airport, Uber is helping redefine what premium ground transportation looks like, combining quality, reliability and trained drivers in one seamless experience.
