Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Guide

IATA BOMICAO VABBMumbaiUpdated 2026-07-19
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport sits in the Santacruz and Sahar areas of Mumbai, roughly 26 kilometres north of the city centre. It is India's second-busiest airport by passenger volume and holds the distinction of being the world's busiest airport operating with a single runway at a time — its two runways are arranged in an intersecting configuration that allows only one to be active simultaneously. The airport handled 54.8 million passengers in 2024, a record high, and recorded 346,617 aircraft movements that year.

The airport is operated by Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), a joint venture between Adani Airport Holdings (74%) and Airports Authority of India (26%). Terminal 2, which opened in 2014, consolidates all international flights and most major domestic carriers under one roof. Terminal 1 handles low-cost domestic carriers. Major international airlines serving the airport include Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Air France, Lufthansa, Etihad Airways, KLM, and Singapore Airlines.

Services

5 of 6 available

Compare 16 listed options at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, spanning parking, car rentals, lounges, hotels and shuttles. Each guide sets out locations, distance from the airport, key features and links to book direct, so you can weigh cost against convenience before you fly. Select a service below to see every provider we track for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Location

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Key facts

Size
55M passengers (2024)2 runwaysopened 1942
Location
19.089, 72.868
Operator
Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL) — joint venture between Adani Airport Holdings (74%) and Airports Authority of India (26%)

Terminals

2 terminals

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport has 2 passenger terminalsTerminal 1 and Terminal 2, handling both international and domestic flights for around 13 airlines. Check which terminal your airline uses before you travel, as check-in, security and boarding points differ between them, and moving from one to another can take time.

  • Terminal 1Domestic

    IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, Star Air

  • Terminal 2Mixed

    Air India, Air India Express, IndiGo, Emirates, Qatar Airways, British Airways, Air France, Lufthansa, Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines

Nearby cities

3 cities

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is closest to Mumbai (26 km south), and also serves Thane, Navi Mumbai and other nearby areas. With 3 towns and cities within reach, it is a practical gateway for the wider region. Distances shown are straight-line from the airport, so allow extra time for road transfers, traffic and parking.

  • Mumbai26 km south
  • Thane26 km east
  • Navi Mumbai28 km southeast

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the airport codes for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport uses the following codes: IATA: BOM, ICAO: VABB. These codes are used by airlines, pilots, and travel systems to identify the airport.

Where is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport located?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is located in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The airport coordinates are 19.0887°, 72.8679°.

What services are available at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport offers: 1 parking options, 5 car rental companies, 3 lounges, 6 nearby hotels, 1 shuttle services, public transport connections. Click on each service type above to view detailed information.

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