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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - T1 metro station

Coordinates: 19°05′38″N 72°51′13″E / 19.0938990°N 72.8535765°E / 19.0938990; 72.8535765
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
International Airport - T1
Mumbai Metro station
Platform 2 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - T1 metro station
General information
LocationNavpada, Vile Parle East, Vile Parle, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099
Coordinates19°05′38″N 72°51′13″E / 19.0938990°N 72.8535765°E / 19.0938990; 72.8535765
Owned byMumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
Operated byDelhi Metro Rail Corporation[1]
Line(s)Aqua Line
Platforms2 (1 island platform)
Tracks2
ConnectionsAirport interchange Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Construction
Structure typeUnderground, Double track
Platform levels1
AccessibleYes
Other information
StatusStaffed, Operational
Station codeCIAD
History
Opened5 October 2024 (2024-10-05)
Services
Preceding station Logo of the Mumbai Metro Mumbai Metro Following station
Santacruz Aqua Line 3 Sahar Road
towards Aarey JVLR
Santacruz
towards Cuffe Parade
Aqua Line 3
(Future Service)
Track layout
Next station: Sahar Road
2
1
Next station: Santacruz
Location
Map

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - T1 (also called as CSMI Airport - T1) is an important underground metro station on the north–south corridor of the Aqua Line 3 of Mumbai Metro in Mumbai, India. This metro station was inaugurated on 5 October 2024, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, followed by the commencement of the metro service from 7 October 2024.[2][3][4][5]

Connectivity

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The metro station serves the domestic terminal (T1) of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. It is part of the Aqua Line 3 which became operational, connecting both the international (CSMIA-T2) and domestic (CSMIA-T1) airport terminals to the city's metro network.

While the metro line provides connectivity, air travellers still face challenges with last-mile access. Although access from the domestic airport terminal's metro exit is considered slightly smoother than from the international terminal, achieving seamless last-mile connectivity remains an ongoing effort. The Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRC) has acknowledged these issues, with current arrangements being temporary. There is a proposal for a direct underground connection from the metro stations to the airport, with work currently underway. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has implemented directional signage, free baggage trolleys, and a covered pedestrian pathway to facilitate the commute, though travelers have found these measures to be insufficient.[6]

Station Layout

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G Ground level Exit/Entrance
L1 Concourse Customer Service, Shops, Vending machine, ATMs
L2
Platforms
Platform 2
Northbound
Towards → Aarey JVLR
Next Station: Sahar Road
Island platform | Doors will open on the right Disabled access
Platform 1
Southbound
Towards ← Acharya Atre Chowk **
Next Station: Santacruz
L2 Note: ** (Further extension to Cuffe Parade in the future)

Entry/Exit

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Future Developments

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport's Terminal 1 (T1), which the metro station serves, is slated for a major redevelopment. The existing terminal is expected to undergo demolition starting in November 2025, with a new terminal to be constructed in its place. The revamped Terminal 1 is designed to become a Multi-Modal Transit Hub (MMTH), aiming to seamlessly connect air, rail, and road networks. This future hub will feature direct metro access and underground bus stations, enhancing the station's connectivity to the airport's redesigned domestic terminal.[8]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "DMRC wins contract to operate Mumbai Metro's Line 3: Officials". The Economic Times. 12 April 2023. Retrieved 12 May 2025.
  2. ^ "Mumbai Metro Line 3 Opens: Check Stations, Route, Fare, Timings And More". NDTV Profit. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  3. ^ "Mumbai Metro-3 Second Phase On Track: Aarey-BKC Services Begin, Link To Cuffe Parade May Be Ready by 2025". News18. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  4. ^ "Mumbai's first underground metro route 'line 3' opens for public today". The Times of India. 7 October 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  5. ^ "Mumbai's first underground metro line from Aarey to BKC now open for public – Check stations, timings, fares for Mumbai Metro Line 3 here". Financial Express. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 6 November 2024.
  6. ^ "Despite Aqua Line, no joy for air travellers". Hindustan Times. 7 October 2024. Retrieved 22 July 2025.
  7. ^ a b "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - T1 Station Details". MMRC. Retrieved 13 May 2025.
  8. ^ "Mumbai Airport Terminal 1 To Be Demolished; Good News? Revamped T1 Will Be Better – See Changes To Be Made". Times Now. 29 January 2025. Retrieved 21 July 2025.
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