India · Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) Online Check-in
India's second-busiest airport and Mumbai's main aviation gateway. Two terminals — T1 for low-cost domestic, T2 for international and full-service domestic.
Now at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport hosts about 60 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 3 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
BOM has 2 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
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T1 ↔ T2 transfer requires ground transport
BOM's two terminals are 4 km apart with no airside connection. Free shuttle bus between T1 and T2 every 15 minutes; allow 45 min for connections.
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DigiYatra for fast boarding
Set up DigiYatra app before flight — facial recognition lets you skip ID checks at security and boarding. Available at T2 for IndiGo, Air India, Vistara.
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Allow extra during festival season
Diwali (October–November) and Christmas/New Year see massive crowds. Add 1+ hour buffer to standard arrival times.
Popular destinations from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does IndiGo use at Mumbai?
IndiGo operates from Terminal 1 at Mumbai (BOM). Most low-cost carriers (IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa) are at T1; international and full-service domestic are at T2.
Do I need a visa for India?
Yes — most foreign nationals need an e-visa or paper visa. India offers e-visa to citizens of ~170 countries — apply 4+ days before flight at indianvisaonline.gov.in.
How early should I arrive at Mumbai Airport?
2 hours for domestic, 3 hours for international. Indian airports have multiple security/ID checks.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: BOM live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for India.