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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Also known as: Mumbai Airport, Mumbai International Airport, CSMIA, BOM Airport. Formerly Santacruz Airport, Sahar Airport, Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

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Airport facts

Name
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
IATA code
BOM
ICAO code
VABB
City
Mumbai
Country
India
Coordinates
19.0902, 72.8628
Time zone
Asia/Kolkata
Terminals
Two terminals: Terminal 1 (domestic) and Terminal 2 (international and domestic)

About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is the main airport for Mumbai, in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It handled about 55.5 million passengers in 2025, around 39 million of them on domestic flights.

Air India has a hub here, and IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet fly to cities across India, with Delhi, Bengaluru and Goa among the busiest routes. International flights reach Dubai, London, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Singapore, Bangkok, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam and New York.

The airport has two terminals on opposite sides of the airfield. Terminal 1 in Santacruz handles domestic flights, and Terminal 2 in Sahar handles all international flights plus many domestic ones. A phased rebuild of part of Terminal 1 is planned from January 2027, and some flights are moving to Terminal 2 or to the new Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI), a separate airport about 35 km away.

The airport sits in the northern suburbs, about 22 km north of downtown Mumbai, between Vile Parle, Santacruz and Andheri. From here, travelers head to Bandra, the Bandra Kurla Complex, Juhu, Andheri, South Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune and Lonavala.

Airport operator, runways and traffic

Operator

Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), an Adani Group company with the Airports Authority of India

Passengers per year

About 55.5 million in 2025

Runways

Two crossing runways: 09/27 and 14/32

Main airline

Air India (hub); IndiGo and Akasa Air also have bases

Location

Santacruz and Sahar, about 22 km north of downtown Mumbai

Arrival tips for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

International flights arrive at Terminal 2. Foreign nationals must submit India's online e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before landing, and travelers on an e-Visa have their fingerprints and photo taken at the immigration counter, so expect queues at busy times.

After immigration, collect your bags in the baggage hall and pass through customs into the arrivals area. Domestic arrivals at Terminal 1 go straight to the baggage belts and out to the forecourt.

At Terminal 2, follow the signs to the ground transportation hub on Level 1, where you find the taxi and Uber and Ola pickup areas, the multi-level car park and bus gates. Prepaid taxis are booked at the official counter. Pre-booked drivers wait in the arrivals area outside the exit. Do not accept offers from people approaching you outside the arrivals hall.

Mumbai is warm and humid all year, with heavy monsoon rain from June to September. The city runs on India Standard Time (UTC+5:30), and the currency is the Indian rupee.

Ground transportation

Prepaid taxis and app-based cabs suit most travelers with luggage, while Metro Line 3 is the way to skip road traffic to the Bandra Kurla Complex and South Mumbai.

  • Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line)

    Underground stations serve both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, and the line runs south through the Bandra Kurla Complex to South Mumbai and Cuffe Parade in about 35 to 45 minutes. Trains run from about 5:30 am to 11 pm, and the stations involve some walking with bags.

  • Taxi from Mumbai airport

    Book a prepaid taxi at the official counter in arrivals, with pickup from the Level 1 transport hub at Terminal 2. Road trips to South Mumbai can take 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic.

  • Rideshare

    Uber and Ola pick up from marked areas, at Terminal 2 on Level 1 of the ground transportation hub. They face the same road traffic as taxis, and waits grow at peak times.

  • Private transfer

    A pre-booked driver meets you in arrivals and takes you to your hotel in Mumbai or onward to Navi Mumbai, Pune or Lonavala. It needs booking ahead.

  • BEST buses

    BEST runs air-conditioned buses from the airport into the city, the lowest-cost option. They are slow in traffic and awkward with large luggage.

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Moving between terminals

  1. Free inter-terminal shuttle

    A free shuttle bus runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 around the clock, every 15 to 30 minutes, and the ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. Metro Line 3

    The Aqua Line has stations at both terminals, one stop apart, which avoids road traffic when the line is running.

  3. Allow time for connections

    Air India recommends at least 1 hour 30 minutes to connect from a domestic to an international flight and 2 hours from an international to a domestic flight in Mumbai.

  4. Check your airport and terminal

    Terminal allocations are changing during the Terminal 1 rebuild and some flights now use Navi Mumbai (NMI), so check the airport code and terminal on your booking.

Terminals

Terminal 1

The domestic terminal in Santacruz, used by low-cost airlines such as SpiceJet and part of IndiGo's domestic network. Part of it is due to be rebuilt in phases from January 2027, so airline allocations are changing.

Terminal 2

The main terminal in Sahar, handling every international flight plus Air India's domestic flights and many other domestic services. Its ground transportation hub is on Level 1.

Airlines and destinations

The main airlines at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Air France T2

Paris

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Air India T2

Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Bangkok, Colombo, Dubai, Frankfurt, Jeddah, London Heathrow, Mauritius, New York JFK, Newark, Riyadh, Singapore, Tokyo

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Akasa Air T2

Ahmedabad, Ayodhya, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Doha, Goa, Guwahati, Hanoi, Jaipur, Jeddah, Kochi, Kolkata

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British Airways T2

London Heathrow

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Cathay Pacific T2

Hong Kong

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Emirates T2

Dubai

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Etihad Airways T2

Abu Dhabi

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flydubai T2

Dubai

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IndiGo T1

Agra, Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Ayodhya, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Delhi and many other cities across India

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IndiGo T2

Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Athens, Bangkok, Colombo, Doha, Dubai, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jeddah, Kathmandu, Muscat, Nairobi, Singapore, Tbilisi

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KLM T2

Amsterdam

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Lufthansa T2

Frankfurt, Munich

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Oman Air T2

Muscat

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Qatar Airways T2

Doha

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Saudia T2

Jeddah, Riyadh

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Singapore Airlines T2

Singapore

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SpiceJet T1

Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Darbhanga, Delhi, Goa, Gorakhpur, Hyderabad, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata

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Thai Airways T2

Bangkok

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Virgin Atlantic T2

London Heathrow

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Mumbai airport from the city center?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is about 22 km north of downtown Mumbai, in the suburbs of Santacruz and Sahar. By road the trip to South Mumbai can take 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic, while Metro Line 3 reaches South Mumbai from the airport stations in about 35 to 45 minutes without traffic delays.

Is Mumbai airport the same as Navi Mumbai airport?

No. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is Mumbai's main airport, in the city's northern suburbs. Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) is a separate airport at Ulwe in Navi Mumbai, about 35 km away, which opened to commercial flights on 25 December 2025. Check the airport code on your ticket, since the two are far apart by road.

How many terminals does Mumbai airport have?

Mumbai airport has two passenger terminals. Terminal 1 in Santacruz handles domestic flights, and Terminal 2 in Sahar handles all international flights plus many domestic ones. The terminals are on opposite sides of the airfield, about 15 to 20 minutes apart by road, so check which one your flight uses before you set off.

Which terminal does my airline use at Mumbai airport?

All international flights use Terminal 2, as do Air India's domestic flights. Terminal 1 has served SpiceJet and part of IndiGo's domestic network, but allocations are changing as part of Terminal 1 is prepared for a phased rebuild from January 2027 and some airlines move flights to Terminal 2 or Navi Mumbai. Always confirm the terminal on your booking.

How do I get from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 at Mumbai airport?

A free shuttle bus runs between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 around the clock, every 15 to 30 minutes, and the ride takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Metro Line 3 also stops at both terminals, one station apart. For connections, Air India recommends at least 1 hour 30 minutes from domestic to international flights.

How do I get a taxi at Mumbai airport?

Book a prepaid taxi at the official counter in the arrivals area, then pick it up from the ground transportation hub, which is on Level 1 at Terminal 2. Do not accept offers from people approaching you outside the arrivals hall. Road traffic in Mumbai is heavy, so trips to South Mumbai can take up to 2 hours at busy times.

Is there a metro from Mumbai airport?

Yes. Metro Line 3, the Aqua Line, has underground stations at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. It runs south through the Bandra Kurla Complex to South Mumbai and Cuffe Parade, reaching the south of the city in about 35 to 45 minutes, and north to Aarey. Trains run from about 5:30 am to 11 pm.

Can I use Uber or Ola at Mumbai airport?

Yes. Uber and Ola both operate at Mumbai airport. At Terminal 2, their pickup areas are in the ground transportation hub on Level 1, next to the taxi area and the multi-level car park. Rides face the same road traffic as taxis, so allow extra time to reach South Mumbai at peak hours.

What entry forms do I need to fly into Mumbai?

Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders must submit India's online e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival, which replaced the paper disembarkation card in 2026. Most visitors also need a visa, and citizens of many countries can apply online for an e-Visa at least four days before travel. Fingerprints and a photo are taken at immigration.

How do I get from Mumbai airport to Pune?

Pune lies southeast of Mumbai and is reached by road via the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, passing Lonavala on the way. Most travelers take a taxi, app-based cab or private transfer straight from the airport, which avoids changing transport with luggage. Travel time depends on traffic leaving Mumbai, which is heaviest on weekday mornings and evenings.

How do I get from Mumbai airport to Bandra and Juhu?

Bandra and Juhu are both close to the airport in Mumbai's western suburbs, with Juhu Beach about 6 km away. Taxis, app-based cabs and private transfers are the usual way to reach them. For the Bandra Kurla Complex, Metro Line 3 from the airport stations takes about 15 to 20 minutes and avoids road traffic.

What time zone and currency does Mumbai use?

Mumbai uses India Standard Time, UTC+5:30, all year with no daylight saving time. The currency is the Indian rupee (INR), and ATMs and exchange counters are in the arrivals areas. The city is warm and humid all year, and the monsoon brings heavy rain from June to September, which can slow road traffic.

Who runs Mumbai airport and how busy is it?

Mumbai airport is run by Mumbai International Airport Limited, an Adani Group company with the Airports Authority of India as partner. It handled about 55.5 million passengers in 2025, around 39 million domestic and 16 million international, and it operates two crossing runways alongside its two passenger terminals.

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