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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Insider Guide
BOMBOM is Mumbai’s main airport. T2 is the primary modern terminal; T1 handles domestic. Lounges are decent; traffic outside is heavy.
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30min
Transit to city
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55min
Immigration
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55min
Security buffer
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Lounges
| Terminal | Lounge | Access | Showers | Good for | Price (paid) |
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| T2 | Loyalty Lounge/GVK/PP lounges | PP/Dragon/Paid | Some | Buffet, showers | About $25–50 USD |
| T2 | Airline lounges | Alliance/eligible | Some | Buffet, showers | N/A |
| T1 | Basic lounges | PP/Dragon/Paid | Limited | Snacks/drinks | About $20–40 USD |
T2 has strong lounge options; T1 is more basic.
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Traveler notes
- Traffic to/from airport is often congested; leave early.
- Immigration/security can queue; add buffer.
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Sleep / Rest
- Some seating; lounges or transit hotel better.
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Food
- Indian/fast food; T2 has better variety.
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Showers
- Available in many T2 lounges.
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Luggage Storage
- Available; about $5–10 USD per item/day.
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Transit to City
- Metro/train + taxi combos; traffic is main variable.
- Taxi: 30–90+ minutes depending on traffic.
- Buffer: Back at BOM 3h intl, 2h domestic.
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Essentials
- SIM/eSIM: Airport counters; eSIM cheaper beforehand. ATMs: Decline DCC; pay in USD/INR via bank. Wi‑Fi: Free/OTP-based.
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