O Aeroporto Internacional Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM) é o aeroporto mais movimentado da Índia e um dos maiores hubs de aviação do Sul da Ásia, localizado em Mumbai, a capital financeira do país. Nomeado em homenagem ao grande guerreiro e fundador do Império Maratha, o aeroporto movimenta mais de 50 milhões de passageiros anualmente. O Terminal 2 (T2), inaugurado em 2014, é uma obra-prima arquitetónica projetada pelo gabinete Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, apresentando uma impressionante cobertura em forma de jali — o treliçado decorativo tradicional indiano — que se estende por toda a extensão do edifício. O interior abriga uma das maiores coleções de arte em espaço público do mundo, com mais de 7.000 peças que celebram a diversidade cultural da Índia. O aeroporto serve como hub principal da Air India, da Vistara e da IndiGo, oferecendo uma extensa rede de voos domésticos e internacionais. Mumbai, como centro financeiro e sede de Bollywood, gera um volume significativo de tráfego empresarial e de entretenimento. O aeroporto está conectado ao centro da cidade pela Western Express Highway e serviços de metro em expansão. As instalações incluem lounges premium, restaurantes de gastronomia indiana e internacional, e extensas opções de compras duty-free com produtos artesanais indianos.

Aviation Terms

Iluminação de aeródromo (AGL: Airfield Lighting) Categoria Aeroporto (Airport Category) Elevação do Aeroporto (ELEV: Airport Elevation) Corpo de Bombeiros do Aeroporto (ARFF: Airport Fire Station) Sala VIP do Aeroporto (Airport Lounge) Ponto de referência do aeroporto (ARP: Airport Reference Point) Avental (Apron) Controle automatizado de passaportes (APC: Automated Passport Control)

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Mumbai Airport to the city center?

The Mumbai Metro Blue Line (Line 1) connects Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to the western suburbs, but does not reach South Mumbai directly. Prepaid taxis from the airport to South Mumbai (Colaba/Fort area) cost approximately INR 700-900 and take 60-120 minutes depending on traffic. Ride-hailing apps like Ola and Uber are widely available at designated pickup zones.

How many terminals does Mumbai Airport have?

BOM has two terminals. Terminal 2 (T2), officially named after Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, is the newer and larger terminal handling all international flights and most domestic full-service carriers. Terminal 1 (T1) was rebuilt and reopened in 2024, serving domestic low-cost carriers including IndiGo and SpiceJet. The terminals are about 3 km apart.

Which airlines have a hub at Mumbai Airport?

Air India (Star Alliance member) uses BOM as one of its main hubs for both domestic and international operations. IndiGo, India largest airline by market share, has a major base here. Vistara merged with Air India in 2024. Mumbai is the busiest airport in India by international passenger traffic.

What is the Jaya He art installation at Mumbai Airport?

Terminal 2 features the Jaya He museum, a permanent art collection spanning 5,000 years of Indian history. Over 7,000 artworks and artifacts are displayed throughout the terminal, including ancient sculptures, contemporary installations, and traditional crafts. It is considered one of the finest airport art collections in the world and is visible to all arriving and departing passengers.

Is there a transit hotel or lounge at Mumbai Airport?

Terminal 2 has several premium lounges including the GVK Lounge and the ITC Hotels Green Lounge, both accessible through Priority Pass or direct purchase. The Niranta Transit Hotel is located inside T2 airside area, offering rooms bookable by the hour for transit passengers. Terminal 1 also has a Pranaam lounge for domestic travelers.