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Is a 1 hr layover in Bombay long enough?

BOM · Chhatrapati Shivaji International · Bombay, India
Probably Enough

Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at BOM (Bombay).

Meets BOM's typical domestic-domestic MCT for same-terminal connections.
Quick Stats
Concourses
2
Max Transit
45m
Avg. Security
25m
Primary Hub
Air India
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
60min
tight
Domestic → International
100min
✗
International → Domestic
100min
✗
International → International
90min
✗
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Tips for 1 hr Connections
If your itinerary connects between T1 and T2, budget at least 90 minutes even on paper 'domestic-domestic' bookings, since the terminal transfer is the real bottleneck, not the flights themselves.
Check your boarding pass and airline app carefully before departure, since T1 and T2 are not walkable and a wrong assumption can cost you the flight.
Use the free inter-terminal shuttle rather than a taxi when possible, as it runs on a fixed loop and avoids Mumbai's notoriously unpredictable road traffic.
International arrivals connecting to a domestic flight should expect to clear immigration, collect and recheck bags, and pass security again, so aim for a comfortable 2-hour buffer.
Airport signage and staff at both terminals can point you to the transfer desk, which is worth finding immediately after landing if your connection is tight.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
Free shuttle buses run between T1 and T2 every 15-20 minutes, with the drive itself taking 10-15 minutes depending on traffic, but total transfer time including waiting, boarding, and re-clearing security often stretches to 45 minutes. All passengers moving between terminals must go through security screening again, and international arrivals connecting to a domestic flight must also clear immigration and customs first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)?

Meets BOM's typical domestic-domestic MCT for same-terminal connections.

What is the minimum connection time at BOM?

Minimum connection times at Chhatrapati Shivaji International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 60 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1 hour connection at BOM on an international flight?

1 hour is below the 90-minute international MCT at Chhatrapati Shivaji International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Free shuttle buses run between T1 and T2 every 15-20 minutes, with the drive itself taking 10-15 minutes depending on traffic, but total transfer time including waiting, boarding, and re-clearing security often stretches to 45 minutes. All passengers moving between terminals must go through security screening again, and international arrivals connecting to a domestic flight must also clear immigration and customs first.

What happens if I miss my connection at BOM?

If you miss your connection, head to your airline's transfer or rebooking desk, located in the arrivals area of the terminal you land in (T2 for international, T1 for domestic low-cost carriers); Air India and IndiGo both maintain staffed counters for irregular operations, though rebooking options may be limited late at night when fewer counters are staffed.

Other Layover Durations at BOM
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