Is domestic and international airport same in Mumbai?
Table of Contents
Is domestic and international airport same in Mumbai?
The international and domestic terminals share a runway but are located in different suburbs of the city. The international terminal is at Sahar in Andheri East while the domestic terminal is in Santa Cruz, 30 kilometers (19 miles) and 24 kilometers (15 miles) north of the city center respectively.
Why Mumbai airport is silent?
Sources said that the airports like Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai are silent airports where there are no announcements for boarding. All airlines will notify any change in timings, baggage delivery belts through SMS.
What is the difference between T1 and T2 Mumbai airport?
The Mumbai airport has two terminals T1 and T2. Terminal 1 caters to domestic passengers and Terminal 2 has international services besides domestic operations of some of the Indian airlines.
How many airports are there in Mumbai?
The fact remains that Mumbai has only one airport; Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport, which has 2 separate terminals. The domestic terminal is located in Santacruz, just off the Western Express Highway, whereas the int’l terminal is in Sahar, Andheri East.
Why doesn’t Mumbai airport have an intersection runway?
Mumbai Airport was a RAF base before, and then handed over to AAI for civil purpose. Due to huge constraints in land, there is no possibility of expansion. The airport is covered by houses, slums, hangars, sea by all sides. An intersection runway helps in case of emergency when the main runway had to be closed for reasons.
How many terminals does Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport have?
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji has 2 terminals. Terminal 1 or Domestic Terminal corresponds to the old airport called Santa Cruz Airport, some locals are using this name nowadays. Terminal 2 or International Terminal is a brand new terminal and replaces the old terminal 2 that was formerly the Sahar Airport.