Mumbai is getting a new gateway to the world with the upcoming launch of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), which is strategically located in Navi Mumbai near Ulwe and Panvel. Scheduled to launch by
the end of September, the airport will work alongside the city’s existing international hub, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) to create a twin-airport system similar to Dubai’s DXB–DWC or New York’s JFK–Newark network.
Spread over nearly 2,865 acres, NMIA has been built in phases to meet the growing demand for air travel. The first phase includes Terminal 1, which is ready to operate and can handle 20 million passengers annually. The airport will expand to four terminals in the next few years. With this, it will eventually manage up to 90 million passengers per year.
Terminal 1 And Masterplan
Designed with a lotus-inspired roof and large glass windows, Terminal 1 is equipped with modern check-in counters, automated kiosks, biometric systems and fast baggage claim facilities to provide a smooth travel experience. Passengers can look forward to spacious lounges, efficient smart security lanes and clear signage designed to deliver a seamless travel experience. Apart from this, NMIA also includes an integrated aero city with retail, hospitality and logistics hubs.
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The airport’s master plan includes expanding to four terminals by the year 2032. Once ready, these terminals will have the capacity to handle up to 90 million passengers per year.
Passenger Experience And Amenities
NMIA focuses on passenger convenience and comfort as lounges are available on multiple levels that provide views of the runways, while dining courts offer Mumbai street food alongside international cuisine.
Retail spaces combine luxury labels with curated local outlets. Free Wi-Fi, family lounges, business pods and digital navigation tools cater to a wide range of passengers.
Cargo And Corporate Aviation
The airport is also a major cargo hub that starts with an annual capacity of 800,000 tonnes, which can be scaled up as needed. It will play a key role in supporting Mumbai’s pharmaceutical, perishable goods and e-commerce supply chains.
For corporate travel, NMIA will host India’s largest general aviation terminal that features approximately 75 aircraft stands and a heliport for both scheduled and unscheduled operations.
Additional infrastructure includes a fuel farm, advanced maintenance facilities and a state-of-the-art air traffic control (ATC) tower, which will initially operate in a temporary setup before a permanent tower is built within seven years.
NMIA will be connected to Mumbai through multiple modes of transport, including the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, upcoming metro lines, suburban rail and major highways.
Mumbai’s Twin-Airport Capacity
Once fully operational, NMIA and CSMIA together will allow Mumbai to handle approximately 145–150 million passengers annually.
The development is expected to create significant economic impact, including new employment opportunities, tourism growth, corporate investment, and real estate development across the Navi Mumbai region.
