Mumbai airport code is BOM, and its ICAO code is VABB. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is one of the principal aviation gateways serving Mumbai and handles domestic, international, cargo and business aviation movements.
Mumbai Airport Overview
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Airport codes and operator
- Official name: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
- IATA code: BOM
- ICAO code: VABB
- Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Traffic: domestic, international, cargo and approved general/business aviation
Terminal arrangement
Terminal 1 is used for domestic services, while Terminal 2 handles both domestic and international flights. Terminal assignments vary by airline, and Terminal 1 is subject to redevelopment planning. Passengers and crews should confirm the current terminal and access instructions before travel.
Mumbai now has two commercial airports
Navi Mumbai International Airport opened in December 2025 as a separate airport serving the Mumbai metropolitan region. It uses IATA code NMI and ICAO code VANM. A request for Mumbai must therefore identify the intended airport clearly: BOM/VABB or NMI/VANM.
Parking, handling, fuel, transfer time and permit coordination are airport-specific. Operators should not assume that a confirmation issued for BOM applies to NMI, or vice versa.
Business Aviation Planning at BOM
Mumbai is a high-demand airport. Parking, operating acceptance, slots or prior permissions and ground services should be requested early for the exact aircraft and schedule. Provide aircraft and operator documents, routing, crew and passenger details, purpose of flight and required services.
Operational considerations
- State BOM/VABB clearly in all requests.
- Confirm parking and operational acceptance before departure.
- Review current NOTAMs, weather and airport restrictions.
- Verify customs, immigration and quarantine requirements for international operations.
- Allow adequate contingency for Mumbai road traffic during crew and passenger transfers.
Mumbai airport identification and coordination
Mumbai now has two commercial airport systems, so every handling request must identify the intended airport by code. Use BOM/VABB for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and NMI/VANM for Navi Mumbai International Airport. Submit aircraft, operator, routing, schedule, passenger and crew information early and reconfirm parking and airport acceptance before departure.
Parking, slots and turnaround services
Mumbai’s high traffic levels make advance slot, parking and service coordination important for business aviation. Specify the intended ground time and requirements for aviation fuel, equipment, catering, baggage and passenger assistance. For short stops, agree the handling sequence before arrival and keep the team updated about schedule changes.
Monsoon and metropolitan transfers
Heavy monsoon rain can affect ramp activity, visibility and road journeys. The passenger destination may be in South Mumbai, an airport-area business district, the western suburbs, Thane or Navi Mumbai, producing very different transfer times. Arrange suitable vehicles and crew hotels early, with realistic buffers for congestion and weather.
Ground handling and aviation fuel
ATTS can coordinate permits, ground handling, aviation fuel, supervision, transport, catering and crew or passenger support at Mumbai, subject to airport, authority and supplier confirmation.
Related ATTS services: airport ground handling in India and aviation fuelling services in India.
More India airport guides: Mumbai airports overview, Navi Mumbai airport update, Pune (PNQ) and Nagpur (NAG).
Official airport information: Check the CSMIA operator website for current passenger notices and airport information. Operational requirements for business aviation should be reconfirmed for the planned movement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the airport code for Mumbai?
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport uses IATA code BOM and ICAO code VABB.
Which Mumbai terminal handles international flights?
Terminal 2 handles international flights and also some domestic services. Terminal 1 is used for domestic services. Confirm the airline’s current terminal before travel.
Is Navi Mumbai Airport the same as BOM?
No. Navi Mumbai International Airport is a separate airport using NMI/VANM. BOM/VABB continues to identify Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
Can ATTS coordinate flight support at BOM?
ATTS can coordinate permits, handling, aviation fuel, supervision and crew or passenger support, subject to confirmation for the requested movement.
