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Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Location: The airport is located 12 miles (20km) south of Delhi.Time: GMT +5.5.
Contacts: Terminal 1 (Domestic): +91 11 2567 5126 or 2569 6351. Terminal 2 (International): +91 11 2565 2021 or 2565 2011. 24-hour operator: +91 11 2569 6107.
Transfer between terminals: The International Terminal is three miles (5km) from the Domestic Terminal; a free bus connects the two, leaving every 30 minutes.
Transfer to the city: Taxis are the easiest way to get to central Delhi, especially for those not familiar with the city. Metered taxis are available but it is best to use pre-paid taxis (via the taxi counter in Arrivals), to eliminate any uncertainty over fares. Airport buses also leave for central Delhi 24 hours a day. Travel time to the city is around 30 minutes by taxi and 45 minutes by bus.
Car rental: Car hire (with driver) can be arranged in the Arrivals hall. Avis and Hertz operate from the airport, however self-drive cars are not advised due to the erratic nature of Indian driving.
Facilities: ATMs are available at Terminal 1A (Domestic) and in the Arrival Visitors Area of the International Terminal. Banks and bureaux de change are also available. Passengers should be prepared for a certain amount of chaos at the airport; customs are slow, the queues for the x-ray machines are long and the staff at the endless security checks are rude. There are no shops or restaurants of note. The only modicum of comfort is the Raj Lounge, where friendly staff are on hand to serve welcome drinks. Travellers with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Departure Tax: Rs.300.
Website: www.delhiairport.com
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Location: The airport is located 18 miles (29km) north of Mumbai.Time: GMT +5.5.
Contacts: Tel: + 91 (0)22 836 6700.
Transfer between terminals: The two terminals are five miles (3km) apart, and are connected by a free bus service.
Transfer to the city: Pre-paid taxis are available outside Arrivals (journey time approx 60 min).
Car rental: Car hire, with or without a driver, can be arranged in Arrivals, however due to the erratic nature of Indian driving self-drive cars are not advised.
Facilities: ATMs and bureaux de change are available in both terminals along with a number of bars, restaurants and shops. There are limited disabled facilities and travellers with special needs should advise their airline in advance. As with all Indian airports, travellers should be prepared for a certain amount of chaos; queues are long for immigration and the many security checks and endless uniformed staff stand around with no obvious purpose. The restaurants are best avoided and passengers are advised to take their own snacks.
Parking: Parking is available at both terminals.
Departure Tax: Rs. 200.
Website: www.mumbaiairport.com