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    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
    IATA Code: BOM

    Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) Is India's Second-Busiest Airport, in the Santacruz and Sahar Suburbs of Mumbai. Both of Its Terminals Run around the Clock

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    Airport Data Sheet
    BOM
    IATA / ICAOBOM / VABB
    ServesMumbai, India
    Coordinates19.0887° N, 72.8679° E
    Elevation39 ft
    Number of Terminals2 Passenger Terminals
    Airport Opening HoursOpen 24/7
    Recommended Arrival Time2 h Domestic, 4 h Overseas
    Official Websitecsmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com
    // Airport Data

    Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport at a Glance

    Terminal 1 at Santacruz Handles Domestic Low-Cost Flights across 11 Boarding Bridges. Terminal 2 at Sahar Covers 450,000 Square Metres on Four Floors, with 60 Boarding Bridges and 192 Check-In Counters. The Two Buildings Are 15 to 20 Minutes Apart by Road, Joined by a Free Coach Every 25 Minutes

    IATA BOM · ICAO VABB · Elev 39 ft
    // Connectivity

    Is There Free WiFi at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

    Yes, and It Is Free. Pick #MumbaiAirportWiFi, Open a Browser and Sign in with the Code Texted to Your Mobile Number. Without a Working SIM, Show a Passport or an Indian ID at an Information Desk or a Wi-Fi Kiosk and Staff Issue a Password

    Where Can I Buy a SIM Card at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

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    Airport WiFi

    Connection SpeedSlow / Unstable
    CostFree, Often Time-Limited
    Activation TimeLogin / Ads / Forms
    Documents NeededYes (eMail / ID / Login)
    CoverageOnly inside Airport
    SecurityPublic Network (Risk)
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberNo
    Can Pay in CashNot Applicable
    Where You Get ItAt the Terminal, Once You Land

    Local SIM Card

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostCounter Price, Varies by Desk
    Activation TimeQueue and Paperwork at the Desk
    Documents NeededPassport Often Required
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberYes
    Can Pay in CashYes
    Where You Get ItA Desk or Kiosk in the Terminal

    Roaming Options

    Connection SpeedFast, Depends on Your Plan
    CostYour Operator Rate, Can Be High
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberKeeps Your Own Number
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItAlready Active on Your Phone

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    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberOn Selected Plans
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItOnline, before You Leave Home
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    // Setup

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    // FAQ

    FAQs about Internet at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

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    // Terminal Guide

    First Time at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport? Here’s What You Should Know

    Number of TerminalsF1
    2 Passenger Terminals
    Terminal 1 at Santacruz Takes Domestic Low-Cost Flights. Terminal 2 at Sahar Takes Every International Flight and a Share of the Domestic Ones
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F1
    Terminal LayoutF2
    T2 Spans Four Levels
    Terminal 2 Covers 450,000 Square Metres on Four Floors, with 60 Boarding Bridges and 192 Check-In Counters. Terminal 1 Has 11 Boarding Bridges
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F2
    Transfers between TerminalsF3
    Free Coach Every 25 min
    A Complimentary Inter-Terminal Coach Runs 24/7. Board It at the Terminal 1 Arrival Exit near Departure Gate 2, or on Terminal 2 Level 1
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F3
    Airport Opening HoursF4
    Open 24/7
    Both Terminals Work around the Clock and Every Lounge on the Airport's List Is Open 24 Hours. Check-In Desks and Shops Follow the Flights
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F4
    Check-In and Security HoursF5
    Set by Your Airline
    Check-In and Bag Drop Open on Your Airline's Schedule. DigiYatra Face Gates at Both Terminals Let Registered Domestic Flyers Skip the ID Queue
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F5
    Recommended Arrival TimeF6
    2 h Domestic, 4 h Overseas
    CSMIA Asks Passengers to Arrive Two Hours before a Domestic Departure and Four Hours before an International One
    BOM · Terminal Guide · F6
    // Airport Parking

    Where Can I Park at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

    See Practical Airport Parking Options, Walking Time to Terminals, Typical Price Guidance, and Booking Tips before You Drive to the Airport

    Parking Options
    8 Available
    Booking Advice
    Pre-Book Online
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 1 Pick-Up Zone

    Walk Time to Terminal
    At the Kerb
    Typical Price
    Free for the First 8 min
    Location
    The Designated Arrival Pick-Up Zone outside Terminal 1
    Best For
    Collecting an Arriving Passenger

    The Free Window Applies to Private Vehicles Only. Past Eight Minutes the General Car Park Rate Starts at ₹150

    BOM · TE · Terminal 1 Pick-Up Zone
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 1 General Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    A Short Walk to the Terminal Doors
    Typical Price
    ₹150 for 8-30 min, ₹600 for 4-24 h
    Location
    The General Car Park at the Domestic Terminal
    Best For
    A Domestic Trip of a Day or Less

    The Ladder Runs ₹230 to an Hour, ₹350 to Two, ₹420 to Three and ₹540 to Four, Then Flattens at ₹600 for Anything Up to a Full Day

    BOM · TE · Terminal 1 General Parking
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 1 Premium Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    The Closest Bays to the Doors
    Typical Price
    ₹250 for 30 min, ₹1,200 for 8-24 h
    Location
    The Premium Bays at the Domestic Terminal
    Best For
    Parking as Close to the Entrance as Possible

    Premium Costs Roughly Double General at Every Step, and There Is No Free Window at All, so It Is the Wrong Bay for a Quick Drop-Off

    BOM · TE · Terminal 1 Premium Parking
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 2 Pick-Up Zone

    Walk Time to Terminal
    A Lift Ride from the Arrivals Level
    Typical Price
    Free for the First 8 min
    Location
    Level 5 General Parking in the Multi-Level Car Park
    Best For
    Meeting an International Arrival

    Eight Free Minutes Is Enough to Load a Car but Not to Wait Out Immigration, so Time the Drive to the Belt Rather than to the Landing

    BOM · TE · Terminal 2 Pick-Up Zone
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 2 General Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    A Few Minutes on Foot through the Car Park
    Typical Price
    ₹160 for 8-30 min, ₹600 for 4-24 h
    Location
    The Multi-Level Car Park Serving the International Terminal
    Best For
    Leaving the Car While You Fly

    The Steps Are ₹250 to an Hour, ₹370 to Two, ₹400 to Three and ₹500 to Four, and a Full Day Costs the Same ₹600 as at Terminal 1

    BOM · TE · Terminal 2 General Parking
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 2 Premium Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    The Shortest Walk to the Terminal
    Typical Price
    ₹270 for 30 min, ₹900 for 4-24 h
    Location
    The Premium Bays in the Multi-Level Car Park
    Best For
    A Short Stay Right by the Door

    An Hour Costs ₹500 and Two Hours ₹600, so Premium Is Worth It for a Long Wait Rather than for a Quick One

    BOM · TE · Terminal 2 Premium Parking
    Parking Ticket

    Two-Wheeler Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    Alongside the Car Parks
    Typical Price
    ₹50 Up to 4 h, ₹250 for 8-24 h
    Location
    Both Terminals Have Their Own Two-Wheeler Bays
    Best For
    Riding to the Airport

    The First Four Hours Cost ₹50 and Each Further Hour Another ₹50 Up to Eight, after Which the Flat Day Rate Takes Over

    BOM · TW · Two-Wheeler Parking
    Parking Ticket

    Terminal 2 Valet Parking

    Walk Time to Terminal
    None, You Hand the Car over at the Door
    Location
    Departures Level 4, Lane 2, with Counters near Gates 3 and 6
    Best For
    Arriving Late with No Time to Park

    Valet Runs 24 Hours but Only at Terminal 2, and CSMIA Describes It as a Service for International Travellers

    BOM · TE · Terminal 2 Valet Parking

    The Multi-Level Car Park Holds 2,250 Spaces, Serves Both Terminals and Is Watched around the Clock. These Are the Rates on the Airport's Own Price List in August 2026

    // Airport Lounges

    What Facilities Does Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Have?

    Lounges at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    Access Key — Who Gets in, Stated Once
    Priority Pass× 1

    Priority Pass, DreamFolks, Dragon Pass and American Express Cards, or Pay at the Door

    Paid Entry× 2

    Paid Entry at the Door

    Paid Entry× 2

    Paid Entry on Arrival

    Airline & Status× 1

    Card Lounge Programmes, with Three Hours of Access before Departure

    Airline & Status× 1

    Airline Business-Class Passengers, with Three Hours of Access before Departure

    American Express× 1

    American Express Cardholders

    Airline & Status× 1

    Card Lounge Programmes, with Four Hours of Access before Departure

    Airline & Status× 1

    First Class and Premium Business-Class Passengers

    Adani Lounge T1B

    Terminal 1B · Domestic Departures
    BuffetDining SeatingLounge SeatingFlight Information ScreensNewspapers
    BOM · Pass 01 · Open 24 Hours

    Walk-In Guests Are Welcome, Under-Threes Go Free and a Stay Is Capped at Three Hours

    Travel Club Lounge

    Terminal 1C · Opposite Gate 22
    Hot and Cold BuffetJain MenuPaid BarFree Wi-FiPrintingCharging PointsRestroom
    BOM · Pass 02 · Open 24 Hours

    Run by Travel Food Services, with a Jain Menu on the Buffet as Standard

    Good Times Bar

    Terminal 1B · near Gate 10
    Hot and Cold BuffetJain MenuPaid BarFree Wi-FiPrintingFlight MonitorCharging Points
    BOM · Pass 03 · Open 24 Hours

    As Much a Bar as a Lounge, and the Only One of Its Kind at Terminal 1

    Adani Lounge Loyalty, Terminal 2 Domestic

    Terminal 2 · Domestic Departures, Level 3
    BuffetBusiness CentreFree Wi-FiHot and Cold DrinksSpa TreatmentsPremium Bar
    BOM · Pass 04 · Open 24 Hours

    The Spa Treatments and the Premium Spirits Are Charged; the Buffet Is Not

    Adani Lounge Business Class, Terminal 2 Domestic

    Terminal 2 · Domestic Departures, Level 3
    BuffetLive CounterBusiness CentreFree Wi-FiHot and Cold Drinks
    BOM · Pass 05 · Open 24 Hours

    The Live Counter Cooks South Indian Breakfast in the Morning and Chaat in the Evening

    American Express Lounge

    Terminal 2 · Domestic Departures, Level 3, near Gate 65
    Table ServiceBuffetJain MenuComplimentary BarFree Wi-FiTabletsSteam IronShoe Polish
    BOM · Pass 06 · Open 24 Hours

    Opposite Burger King on Level 3, and the Only Lounge Here with a Free Bar

    Adani Lounge Loyalty, Terminal 2 International

    Terminal 2 · International Departures, Level 4
    BuffetLive CounterOpen BarShowerBusiness CentreFree Wi-Fi
    BOM · Pass 07 · Open 24 Hours

    A Fifteen-Minute Foot Massage Is Included When a Therapist Is Free

    Adani Lounge Loyalty, First and Premium Business

    Terminal 2 · International Departures, Level 4, West Side
    Table ServiceChampagne on ArrivalPremium BarShowerBusiness CentreFree Wi-Fi
    BOM · Pass 08 · Open 24 Hours

    Thirty Minutes of Foot Massage Rather than Fifteen, and Printing Is on the House

    Aviserv Lounge West

    Terminal 2 · International Arrivals, Level 2, near Arrival Gate A
    BuffetSleeping PodsShowerFree Wi-FiCold Drinks Chiller
    BOM · Pass 09 · Open 24 Hours

    An Arrivals Lounge, Which Is Rare in India, and the One with the Sleeping Pods

    Aviserv Lounge East

    Terminal 2 · International Arrivals, Level 2, near Arrival Gate C
    BuffetMeeting RoomsPremium BarFree Wi-FiCold Drinks Chiller
    BOM · Pass 10 · Open 24 Hours

    The East-Side Twin, with Meeting Rooms in Place of the Sleeping Pods

    // Passenger Facilities

    Lounges, Food, ATMs and Storage

    Check Practical Terminal Services While Waiting, Arriving or Departing: Food, ATMs, Storage, Charging, Accessibility Support and More

    Cash Machines Stand on Both Sides of Security at Both Terminals. CSMIA Lists State Bank of India, Citibank, IndusInd Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank across Arrivals and Departures
    Centrum Runs the Foreign-Exchange Counters, at Departures and at Arrivals in Both Terminals. Spend or Change What Rupees You Have Left before You Fly Out
    Royal Valtrans Runs Left Luggage at the Terminal 1 Arrival Exit Ramp and beside the Terminal 2 Integrated Exit. Bags Are Kept Up to 90 Days and Can Be Moved between Terminals
    Lost and Found Is Next to the Police Station at Terminal 1 Departures, and in the Terminal 2 Ground Transportation Lobby on Level 1. Items Go to a Warehouse after 24 Hours
    Terminal 2 Puts Its Dining and Retail on Level 3 for Domestic Passengers and Level 4 for International Ones, and CSMIA Runs a Shop and Dine Programme across Both Terminals
    Duty Free Is Airside at Terminal 2 International Departures on Level 4, past Immigration. Terminal 1 Is Domestic Only, so It Has Shops and Food but No Duty Free at All
    CSMIA Lists Charging Stations among Its Terminal Facilities, and Every Lounge on the Airport's List Carries Mobile and Laptop Charging Points of Its Own
    Baby Care Rooms Are at Terminal 1 by Gates 9 to 20 and Opposite Gates 22 to 23, and at Four Points inside Terminal 2. Strollers Are Free from Any Information Desk
    CSMIA Has Enclosed Smoking Rooms Rather than Open Areas. The Airport Puts Them by the Terminal 1 Check-In Hall, and in the Terminal 2 Arrival Hall and by the A Gates
    Ask Your Airline for a Wheelchair When You Book. CSMIA Runs Free Buggies for Less Mobile Passengers, Braille Help Phones at Terminal 2 and Ambulances on Site 24 Hours

    Free Trolleys Stand at Arrivals and Departures in Both Terminals, DigiYatra Face Gates Speed Up Domestic Entry, and a 24-Hour Helpline on 1800-572-111111 Answers What the Desks Cannot

    // Overnight Stay

    Where Can I Sleep at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

    Find On-Airport and Nearby Hotel Options, How to Reach Them from Arrivals, Expected Nightly Rates, and Practical Booking Tips for Late Arrivals or Early Departures

    Hotels Nearby
    3 Available
    Inside the TerminalBOM · H1

    Niranta Airport Transit Hotel

    How to Reach
    On Foot; Take the Lift Down from the Arrival Hall to Level 1
    Location
    Inside Terminal 2, on Level 1 below the Arrival Hall and by the Duty-Free Food Court
    Best For
    A Long Layover without Leaving the Terminal

    144 Rooms across Three Properties, Hourly and Overnight Packages, and Check-In or Check-Out at Any Hour

    Inside the TerminalBOM · H2

    Aviserv Lounge Sleeping Pods

    How to Reach
    A Short Walk from Baggage Reclaim, before You Leave the Building
    Location
    Terminal 2 International Arrivals, Level 2, near Arrival Gate A on the West Side
    Best For
    A Few Hours of Sleep between Flights

    Open 24 Hours, with Sleeping Pods, Showers and a Buffet, All Sold by the Hour

    Near AirportBOM · H3

    ITC Maratha

    How to Reach
    A Few Minutes by Taxi or App Cab from Either Terminal
    Location
    Sahar, Andheri (East), on the Road between the Two Terminals
    Best For
    A Full Night by the International Terminal

    The Hotel Gives Its Own Distance as 1.7 km from Terminal 2 and 5 km from Terminal 1

    CSMIA Also Lists Slumber Chairs among Its Terminal Facilities, and Every Lounge on Its List Is Open 24 Hours, Which Covers a Wait That Is Too Short for a Room

    // City Transfer

    How Do I Get from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Mumbai?

    Bus & Train at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    See Exact Route Options, Departure Points, Schedule Windows and Ticket Tips for Getting to the Center after Landing

    Bus Connection

    321

    BEST Bus Route 321 to Vile Parle (East)

    Departure Stop
    Terminal 2, on the Road outside the Arrivals Level
    Arrival Stop
    Vile Parle (East), the Suburban Railway Station on the Western Line
    Ticket
    Tickets Are Sold by the Conductor on Board

    Route 321 Is the Airport's Own Suggestion for Reaching Vile Parle from Terminal 2, and It Puts You on the Western Line towards Churchgate

    BOM · 321 · BEST Bus Route 321 to Vile Parle (East)
    308

    BEST Bus Route 308 to Andheri (East)

    Departure Stop
    Terminal 2, on the Road outside the Arrivals Level
    Arrival Stop
    Andheri (East), the Nearest Suburban Station to Terminal 2
    Ticket
    Tickets Are Sold by the Conductor on Board

    Andheri Is an Interchange for the Western Line and the Harbour Line, so This Is the Route to Take If You Are Heading North Rather than into Town

    BOM · 308 · BEST Bus Route 308 to Andheri (East)
    312

    BEST Bus Route 312 to Vile Parle (East) and Andheri (East)

    Departure Stop
    Terminal 1, outside the Domestic Arrivals Hall
    Arrival Stop
    Vile Parle (East) and Andheri (East) Suburban Railway Stations
    Ticket
    Tickets Are Sold by the Conductor on Board

    Route 312 Is the Terminal 1 Equivalent of Routes 321 and 308, and It Calls at Both Railway Stations Rather than One

    BOM · 312 · BEST Bus Route 312 to Vile Parle (East) and Andheri (East)
    B4

    Chalo Bus Air-Conditioned Coaches

    Departure Stop
    Stops on the Airport Road, Booked through the Chalo App
    Arrival Stop
    Thane, Andheri, Bandra Kurla Complex, Navi Mumbai and Colaba
    Ticket
    Booked in the App, with a Reserved Seat Rather than a Queue

    CSMIA Points Travellers at These Air-Conditioned Express Coaches for the Longer Runs across the City. Every Passenger Gets a Reclining Seat and the Bus Can Be Tracked Live

    BOM · B4 · Chalo Bus Air-Conditioned Coaches

    Train Connection

    3

    Mumbai Metro Line 3, the Aqua Line

    Departure Stop
    CSMI Airport T2 Station, about 100 m from the Terminal
    Arrival Stop
    Bandra Kurla Complex, Dadar, CSMT, Churchgate and Cuffe Parade
    Ticket
    A Paper QR Ticket from the Counter or a Vending Machine, or an NCMC Card

    One Bag Up to 80 by 50 by 30 cm and 25 kg Travels Free. A Bag Up to 90 by 75 by 45 cm and 32 kg Costs One Extra Ticket, and Anything Larger Is Refused at the Gate

    BOM · 3 · Mumbai Metro Line 3, the Aqua Line
    T2

    Mumbai Suburban Railway from Andheri and Vile Parle

    Departure Stop
    Andheri (East) for Terminal 2, Vile Parle (East) for Terminal 1
    Arrival Stop
    Churchgate on the Western Line, or Dadar and CSMT with a Change
    Ticket
    Bought at the Station Counter or on the Railway's Own App

    Neither Station Is at the Airport, so This Means a Bus, an Auto-Rickshaw or a Taxi First. Local Trains Are Crowded and Have No Room for a Suitcase

    BOM · T2 · Mumbai Suburban Railway from Andheri and Vile Parle
    // Ground Transport

    Taxi, Ride Apps and Car Rental

    Compare the Main Door-To-Door Options after Landing, Including Official Taxi Pickup Points, Ride-Hailing Availability and On-Airport Rental Counters

    Ride Apps
    Ola, Uber, Rapido, Alyte
    Rental Companies
    2 Available

    Regular Taxi

    Official Operators
    Kali-Peeli Black and Yellow Taxis, Cool Cabs, Meru, Women-Driven Cabs
    Pickup Point
    Terminal 2 Level 1 Ground Transportation in the Multi-Level Car Park, P4, and the Terminal 1 Arrival Level
    Payment Methods
    The Taximeter Is Compulsory, and the State Tariff Is ₹31 to Start Plus ₹20.66 a km

    Ride Apps

    Ola
    At Both Terminals, Booked in the App before You Walk Out
    Pickup PointTerminal 2 Level 1 Ground Transportation, Multi-Level Car Park P4
    NotesCSMIA Gives Ola the Same Bay as Rapido and Alyte at Terminal 2
    BOM · Ride Hail · Ola
    Uber
    At Both Terminals, and the One with the Most Bays at Terminal 2
    Pickup PointMulti-Level Car Park P7 West, with Uber Black, XL and Green at Level 2 Arrival West, Car Park P6
    NotesUber Is the One App Whose Bay Is Not P4, so Read the Car Park Letter in the App before You Start Walking
    BOM · Ride Hail · Uber
    Rapido
    At Both Terminals, Cars and Bikes Depending on the City Rules
    Pickup PointTerminal 2 Level 1 Ground Transportation, Multi-Level Car Park P4
    NotesShares the Terminal 2 Bay with Ola and Alyte
    BOM · Ride Hail · Rapido
    Alyte
    At Terminal 2, Listed by the Airport Alongside Ola and Rapido
    Pickup PointTerminal 2 Level 1 Ground Transportation, Multi-Level Car Park P4
    NotesAn Outstation and Intercity Operator as Much as a City One
    BOM · Ride Hail · Alyte

    Car Rental

    Akbar Travels of India
    Desk Location
    Terminal 2, the International Arrivals Hall
    Vehicle Pickup
    Terminal 2 Level 1 Ground Transportation, Multi-Level Car Park P4

    One of the Two Car-Rental Partners CSMIA Lists on Its Own Transport Page

    BOM · Rental Desk · Akbar Travels of India
    Shree Sai Rent A Car
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1B, Domestic Arrivals
    Vehicle Pickup
    The Terminal 1 Arrival Level, by the Taxi and Cab Bays

    The Terminal 1 Counterpart, and the One to Use on a Domestic Arrival

    BOM · Rental Desk · Shree Sai Rent A Car

    CSMIA Lists Two Rental Partners, One at Each Terminal. India Drives on the Left and Mumbai's Streets Are Dense, so Most Visitors Take the Car with a Driver

    // Airport FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

    Two. Terminal 1 at Santacruz Takes Domestic Low-Cost Flights, and Terminal 2 at Sahar Takes Every International Flight Plus a Share of the Domestic Ones
    Take the Free Inter-Terminal Coach. It Runs 24 Hours a Day with a Departure Every 25 Minutes, from the Terminal 1 Arrival Exit and from Terminal 2 Level 1
    Yes. Aqua Line 3 Has a Station at Each Terminal, and a Foot Overbridge Opened in 2025 Brings the Terminal 2 Station to about 100 Metres from the Building
    One Bag Up to 80 by 50 by 30 Centimetres and 25 Kilos Travels Free. Up to 90 by 75 by 45 Centimetres and 32 Kilos Costs One Extra Ticket, and Anything Larger Is Refused
    Licensed Taxis Are Metered. Maharashtra Sets ₹31 to Start and ₹20.66 a Kilometre, a Quarter More between Midnight and 5 am, and 10% More in an Air-Conditioned Cab
    The First Eight Minutes Are Free. After That Terminal 2 General Parking Runs ₹160 Up to 30 Minutes and ₹600 for 4 to 24 Hours, and Terminal 1 Starts at ₹150
    Eleven, All Open 24 Hours: Three at Terminal 1, Six in Terminal 2 Departures, and Two Aviserv Lounges on the Terminal 2 Arrivals Side with Sleeping Pods and Showers
    Yes. Niranta Airport Transit Hotel Has Three Properties inside Terminal 2 with 144 Rooms between Them, Hourly Rates, and Check-In and Check-Out at Any Hour
    CSMIA Asks for Two Hours before a Domestic Flight and Four Hours before an International One. DigiYatra Face Gates Shorten the Entry Queue for Domestic Travellers
    Yes. Join #MumbaiAirportWiFi and Sign in with the Code Texted to Your Phone, or Collect a Password at an Information Desk or Kiosk If You Have No Working SIM
    // Know before You Go

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    Capital CityNew Delhi
    CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
    Time ZoneIST
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    Plug TypeTypes C, D, and M
    Voltage230 V, 50 Hz
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    Official Languages: Hindi, English

    English is widely used in tourism, transport, business, and government settings, especially in major cities and popular travel areas. Day to day conversational English varies by region, so simple wording and written addresses can help.

    Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally strong in cities and towns, with widespread 4G and growing 5G service from major operators. Speeds are commonly good in urban areas but can drop on trains, in mountains, remote rural zones, and during congestion.

    Roaming/SIM/eSIM: Roaming is the easiest option for short stays, but it can be expensive and data allowances may be limited. A local SIM usually offers the best value for longer trips if you can complete identity verification at an airport kiosk or operator store. An eSIM is often the most convenient middle option for compatible phones because setup is faster than buying a physical SIM, but pricing and network priority vary by provider. For most visitors, eSIM is best for convenience, local SIM is best for value, and roaming is best only for very short trips or backup use.

    Cards are widely accepted in cities, airports, larger hotels, chain restaurants, and many mid to upper range shops. Cash is still useful for small purchases, local transport, markets, rural areas, and smaller eateries. UPI mobile payments are extremely common for residents, but many foreign visitors cannot use them easily without a local setup, so carry some cash and at least one internationally enabled card.

    Tipping is common but not always mandatory. In restaurants, check whether a service charge is already included; if not, around 5 to 10 percent is commonly appreciated in sit down places. Small tips are typical for hotel porters, drivers, guides, and housekeeping. For taxis, many travelers round up the fare or add a small amount for helpful service.

    Plug Type: Types C, D, and M

    Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz

    Adapter: Commonly yes, unless your plugs already match type C, D, or M and your devices support 230 V.

    India is commonly manageable for tourists who use normal precautions, but travel conditions can be intense due to crowds, traffic, scams in some tourist zones, and occasional petty theft. Women travelers may prefer extra care with late night transport and isolated areas. Health precautions, food and water choices, and heat awareness are important.

    • Use app based taxis or hotel arranged transport when possible, especially at night or on arrival from airports and stations.
    • Keep valuables secure in crowded places such as markets, railway stations, festivals, and public transport.
    • Be cautious with unofficial guides, inflated taxi offers, and requests to change hotels or tours based on claims that a site is closed.
    • Drink bottled, filtered, or otherwise safely treated water and be selective with street food if you have a sensitive stomach.
    • Allow extra travel time because road congestion and rail delays can affect plans.
    • Check local advisories during monsoon season, extreme heat periods, and in mountain areas where landslides or road closures can occur.
    • Carry a copy of your passport, visa details, and travel insurance information separately from the originals.

    Do

    • Carry small cash notes for tips, snacks, toilets, and local transport.
    • Book major train tickets in advance, especially on popular routes and during holidays.
    • Ask before photographing people, especially at religious ceremonies or in rural communities.
    • Use bottled or filtered water and choose busy food vendors with high turnover if eating local street food.
    • Respect queue systems where present, while staying alert because crowded environments can be less orderly than expected.

    Avoid

    • Do not drink tap water unless you are certain it has been safely treated.
    • Do not accept unsolicited guiding, gem shopping, or taxi rerouting offers without checking independently.
    • Do not enter restricted or clearly marked prohibited areas, especially near military or border locations.
    • Do not point feet toward people or religious objects in settings where this may be considered disrespectful.
    • Do not assume card payment will work everywhere, even in places that appear modern.

    Local Cultural Tips

    • Dress modestly at religious sites and in more conservative areas; shoulders and knees are best kept covered in many temples, mosques, and smaller towns.
    • Remove shoes when entering many homes, temples, and some guesthouses or traditional spaces.
    • Use your right hand for giving, receiving, eating, and paying when practical.
    • Public displays of affection are less common than in many Western destinations and may attract attention in some areas.
    • Photography rules vary at religious places, airports, bridges, military areas, and some museums, so check before taking pictures.
    • India is very diverse, so local customs can differ significantly between states, religions, and communities.
    • Greet politely and be patient with indirect communication or busy service environments.
    • Avoid raising your voice in tense situations; calm persistence usually works better.
    • Stand respectfully in religious places and follow site specific rules on footwear, head covering, and photography.
    • If invited to a home, bringing a small gift such as sweets is commonly appreciated.
    • Use conservative behavior around sacred spaces, national symbols, and elders.
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