Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is India's second busiest airport. With two terminals that look nothing alike, knowing which one you need is crucial.
Terminal Assignments
T2 is the architecturally stunning terminal with the famous Jaya He art wall — one of the most beautiful airport terminals in the world.
T1 ↔ T2 Transfer
- Distance: 5 km apart (NOT walkable)
- Free shuttle: Runs between T1 and T2 every 20-30 minutes, 24/7
- Time: 15-30 minutes depending on traffic
- For connections: Allow 3+ hours minimum if changing terminals
- Auto/Uber: Rs. 100-200 between terminals
Getting to Mumbai City
- Metro (Blue Line 1): Airport station → Andheri/Ghatkopar → connect to other lines. Rs. 20-60. Fastest.
- Prepaid taxi: To South Mumbai (Colaba/Fort): Rs. 600-900, 60-90 min
- Ola/Uber: Rs. 400-700 to Bandra, Rs. 600-1,200 to South Mumbai. Surge pricing common.
- Local train: Walk/auto to Vile Parle or Andheri station. Rs. 10-15 to Churchgate. Fastest to South Mumbai during rush.
Lounges
- T2 (Domestic): Pranaam GVK Lounge (best), Adani Lounge, TFS Lounge
- T2 (International): GVK Lounge, Plaza Premium, Encalm
- T1: Limited options — Above Ground Level, Plaza Premium
Food & Tips
- T2: Excellent food options — Indian, international, Starbucks, duty-free
- T1: Basic options — eat before entering or grab at Subway/McDonald's
- Mumbai traffic warning: Western Express Highway gets jammed. Allow 2+ hours from South Mumbai during rush hour.
- Night flights: Mumbai traffic is MUCH better after 10 PM. Night flights = easier commute.