How to Reach From Kharghar to Navi Mumbai Airport
Traveling to the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) from Kharghar has become increasingly convenient as the city’s infrastructure evolves. Whether you are a frequent flyer or a first-time visitor, reaching the terminal is seamless thanks to a variety of efficient transport options. From the speed and comfort of a private car to the budget-friendly and newly introduced NMMT bus shuttle services, commuters can choose a mode of travel that best fits their schedule. With well-connected highways and specialized airport routes, the journey from Kharghar to the heart of Navi Mumbai’s new aviation hub is designed for ease and accessibility.
By Car
| Car Route: Kharghar to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Phase | Detailed Driving Directions | Route Summary |
| Start | Exit Kharghar via Utsav Chowk or Hiranandani Link Rd to merge onto the Sion-Panvel Highway (toward Panvel). |
Total Distance: ~12 km Est. Time: 15–20 mins Main Roads: • Sion-Panvel Hwy • NH348A |
| Main Transit | Continue on the highway and take the exit toward NH348A (Ulwe/Airport) near Belapur. Follow the airport approach road signs. | |
| Arrival | Stay on NH348A, pass the Yacht Building, and follow designated lanes to the Navi Mumbai International Airport entrance. | |
By Bus
| Transit Guide: Kharghar to Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Phase | Route & Bus Details | Estimated Stats |
| Step 1: To Belapur | Board Bus 52AC from Raghunath Vihar or Bus 22AC / 125AC from Shilp Chowk toward Belapur Railway Station. |
Total Time: ~1 hr 5 min Avg. Cost: ₹48.00 Operator: NMMT |
| Step 2: Airport Shuttle | Transfer at Belapur Railway Station to Bus A-3 (NMIAL CTC Shuttle) which goes directly to Terminal 1. | |
| Final Arrival | From the NMIAL CTC Terminal 1 bus station, it is approximately a 17-minute walk (900m) to the main airport entrance. | |
| Alternative Boarding Options from Kharghar | ||
| Via Kharghar Stn | Take Bus 54 from Shilp Chowk to Kharghar Station, then Bus 49 to Belapur Depot to catch the A-3 Shuttle. | Time: ~1 hr 11 min |
| Via Little World | Board from Teen Bandar (Under Flyover) toward Belapur to connect with the airport shuttle. | Time: ~1 hr 10 min |
By Train and Metro
Regarding train and metro connectivity, there is no station directly inside the airport terminal yet. For the train route, you can take a local train from Kharghar Station to Belapur or Nerul, then switch to the Uran Line to reach Targhar Station, which is the closest rail link (about 1.5 km away). From Targhar, a short shuttle bus or taxi completes the journey. For the metro, while the Navi Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Belapur to Pendhar) is operational and serves many Kharghar sectors, it does not currently reach the airport; however, an extension (Metro Line 4) is planned to eventually link Khandeshwar directly to the Navi Mumbai International Airport.
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