Metro Line 3 has stations at both terminals of Mumbai airport. Reach BKC in about 15 minutes and CSMT in South Mumbai in about 35 to 40 minutes, avoiding road traffic.
At a Glance
- Airport
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)
- Journey time
- ~10–15 min to BKC / ~35–40 min to CSMT
- Fare estimate
- About ₹20–₹60 depending on distance
- Metro line
- Line 3 (Aqua: Aarey JVLR–Cuffe Parade)
How to Get from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to the City
The Line 3 (Aqua: Aarey JVLR–Cuffe Parade) connect the airport with central Mumbai, and are usually the most predictable way to travel at busy times.
Travel Tips
- Both terminals have their own Line 3 station: CSMIA T2 for international flights and CSMIA T1 for most domestic flights.
- Follow the metro signs from Arrivals. Stations are underground and linked to the terminal areas.
- Buy a QR ticket on your phone before you reach the gate, or at the ticket counter or machine in the station.
- For BKC, the metro is usually the fastest option at any time of day.
- For South Mumbai (CSMT, Churchgate, Cuffe Parade), the metro avoids the Western Express Highway and Sea Link traffic.
- The last trains run late in the evening. For flights arriving after midnight, use a prepaid taxi or app cab.
Paying for the Journey
Payment methods: QR ticket (Mumbai One app and line apps) · Line smart cards and passes · NCMC (RuPay) cards where accepted · Token or paper ticket at counters.
💡 Fares are set by distance and are low: most trips cost ₹10 to ₹60. For one ticket that works across lines, use QR tickets from the Mumbai One app. Daily commuters save more with the trip passes each operator sells.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the metro serve both Mumbai airport terminals?
Yes. Line 3 has a station at CSMIA T2 (International) and another at CSMIA T1 (Domestic), so there is no need for a transfer bus.
How much is the metro from Mumbai airport to South Mumbai?
Roughly ₹40 to ₹60, depending on how far you go. It is far cheaper than a taxi, and the journey time does not depend on traffic.
Can I take luggage on Line 3?
Yes. Normal suitcases are fine and stations have lifts. Avoid the busiest hours (about 8:00 to 10:30 and 18:00 to 20:30) with large bags.
Is there a metro from the airport to Bandra?
Line 3 stops at Bandra Colony and BKC. For Bandra West, get off at BKC or Bandra Colony and take an auto-rickshaw or taxi for the last stretch.
See also: Mumbai Metro ticket prices · Payment card guide · Full Mumbai Metro guide
Source: Mumbai Metro One (Line 1), MMMOCL for MMRDA (Lines 2A and 7), MMRC (Line 3). Journey times and fares are indicative, so verify before travel.