If you frequently fly from Mumbai for leisure or business purposes, there’s an important update for you. The Mumbai International Airport Limited has revealed its plans for the redevelopment of Terminal 1 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA). Once the renovation is complete, the terminal will accommodate 20 million passengers each year. This will be a significant 42% increase from its current capacity. The expected completion date for this renovation project is 2029. Read on to know more about this.
The redevelopment of Terminal 1 is set to commence in November 2025. It will start with the demolition of the existing structure in Phase 1. However, passengers need not worry during this transition; Terminal 2 and the soon-to-be-opened Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), which is slated to begin operations in late May 2025, will handle the additional traffic, ensuring smooth travel experiences across Mumbai.
Mumbai Airport’s Terminal 1 Will Have A Newly Constructed Passenger Terminal Building
At present, Terminal 1 at Santacruz East handles around 15 million passengers. Now with this redevelopment in pipeline, it is anticipated that flights carrying 10 million of those passengers will transition to T1 of NMIA by the end of October.
The remaining 5 million will be accommodated at Terminal 2 (T2). To facilitate this change, the capacity of T2 will increase from 40 million to 45 million passengers.
Once Terminal 1 is upgraded, it will have a newly constructed passenger terminal building specifically for domestic flights. Additionally, travelers can expect enhanced baggage handling systems, district cooling technology, upgraded electrical substations, and other modern features. Moreover, a transit hub will be part of the terminal. It will offer seamless connections with direct metro access and underground bus stations to integrate air, rail, and road networks in Mumbai.
The aim is for Terminal 1 to become India’s first brownfield project. The airport will focus on biophilia and sustainability, incorporating indoor greenery, natural light, and open spaces into its design.
