Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal).
Private aviation guide to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal): runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- VABB
- IATA
- BOM
- Serves
- Mumbai
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from BOM.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal) (VABB) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Mumbai.
Mumbai's General Aviation Terminal at Kalina has its own customs and immigration and handles domestic and international private flights around the clock.
General aviation flights are not allowed from 08:00 to 10:00 and from 17:00 to 19:30 local, and international movement requests must reach the airport at least 72 hours ahead.
Other options in Mumbai include Juhu Aerodrome (VAJJ), Navi Mumbai International (NMI). Flights are operated by DGCA-licensed NSOP operators.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal) at a glance.
| VABB | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 09/27, 11,302 ft (3,445 m) |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours; general aviation not permitted 08:00 to 10:00 and 17:00 to 19:30 (local) |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry, with customs and immigration 24 hours a day inside the General Aviation Terminal |
| Distance | About 14 km (9 miles) north-northeast of Mumbai Central |
| Private terminals | General Aviation Terminal at Kalina, on the southwest side of the airfield, approved for international flights since 2011 |
| Rules for private jets | Non-scheduled and general aviation movements need a slot and approval from the Airport Operations Control Centre, requested at least 72 hours ahead for international and 12 hours ahead for domestic flights; general aviation not permitted 08:00 to 10:00 and 17:00 to 19:30 local; handling is mandatory |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, VABB; AIP India, AD 2 VABB (AMDT 09/2026: distance, operational hours, customs, non-scheduled flight rules); Mumbai airport to suspend freighter flights for runway and apron work, ITLN, 2026 (runway lengths); Mumbai Airport FBO services for private and business aviation, AC-U-KWIK Alert, May 2026 (Kalina terminal, 24 hour customs); Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Wikipedia (General Aviation Terminal history). Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
Popular departures.
From BOM by private jet.
- Distance
- 67 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 28m
- One way
- from ₹3.7L
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- One way
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- 240 nm
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- 273 nm
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- 0h 57m
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- 336 nm
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- 1h 06m
- One way
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- 337 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 06m
- One way
- from ₹3.7L
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Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal)?+
Open 24 hours; general aviation not permitted 08:00 to 10:00 and 17:00 to 19:30 (local).
How long is the runway at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal)?+
The longest runway is 09/27, 11,302 ft (3,445 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal)?+
Non-scheduled and general aviation movements need a slot and approval from the Airport Operations Control Centre, requested at least 72 hours ahead for international and 12 hours ahead for domestic flights; general aviation not permitted 08:00 to 10:00 and 17:00 to 19:30 local; handling is mandatory.
Does Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (GA terminal) have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at BOM?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from BOM today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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