Mumbai International (BOM)
Location: The airport is located 18 miles (29km) north of
Mumbai.
Time: GMT +5.5
Contacts:
Transfer Terminals: The two terminals are five miles (3km) apart, which are
connected by a free bus service which takes 10-15 minutes. Several
Indian Airlines flights (especially to Goa) depart from the
Internationals Terminal.
Transfer City: Taxi: Taxis are the only form of transport offering direct
transfers to the city. Choose a prepaid taxi over a metered one as
metered taxi drivers are notorious for travelling longer routes to
destinations in order to rack up the meter reading. Do not pay more
than RS 450-600 for a prepaid taxi, the amount of which will take
you past central Mumbai to Colaba, the city's main tourist hub. Train: Commuting via railway is the fastest way to travel in
Mumbai. The Mumbai Suburban Railwa
Car Rental: Car hire, with or without a driver, can be arranged in the
Arrivals terminal, through Silver Cabs or Carzonrent. Passengers
are strongly advised not to try drive themselves around Mumbai.
Airport Taxis: Pre-paid taxis are available outside Arrivals, at Terminals 2A
and 2C. The journey time is approximately one hour to the
city-centre of Mumbai, and costs approximately Rs. 400.
Airport Facilities: Money and communications: ATMs, currency exchange and post
office. Luggage: There are left luggage and lost and found facilities in
both terminals Conference and business: The departures areas of both terminals
contain executive lounges and a business centre. Conference
facilities are available at the nearby Leela Kempinski Hotel. Other facilities: Facilities include childcare rooms, medical
facilities, a prayer room and a smoking lounge. Wi-fi: Wi-fi is available
Car Parking: Parking comprises 2,250 spaces. Parking at Mumbai Airport is INR
60 for the first half hour, INR 130 for up to two hours, and INR
750 per day.
Departure Tax: Rs. 700 (usually included in the ticket
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