Indian airports at a glance
What to know about rates and tax before you plan a campaign.
How do you plan airport advertising in India?
Decide which airports and terminals matter to your brand, who you need to reach, the campaign objective, dates, preferred formats and budget. Then compare named advertising sites by terminal, passenger zone, share of display, artwork rules, local charges and the proof the media owner provides after the campaign.
Indian airports by audience
Start with the airport and terminal closest to your customer journey. The final shortlist is built from current passenger information and confirmed inventory.
| Goal | Airport examples | Planning use |
|---|---|---|
| Metro business and premium travellers | Delhi IGI and Mumbai | Finance, luxury, property and business services |
| Technology and corporate travellers | Bengaluru Kempegowda | Technology, consumer and recruitment brands |
| Regional and growing markets | Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chennai, Indore, Calicut and Goa Mopa | Regional retail, education and consumer campaigns |
Airport advertising formats across Indian airports
9 airports have published rates, each shown as a range in INR.
Ahmedabad (AMD)
- •INR 90,000–14,00,000 / month
- •Digital Screen, Digital Screen 1, Digital Screen 3, Digital Screen 2 and 8 more
Bengaluru (BLR)
- •INR 45,000–12,11,250 / month
- •Top Digital Screen, Quantower Lightbox, BIDS Screen, Digital Array and 8 more
Mumbai (BOM)
- •INR 4,20,000–11,20,000 / month
- •Digital Signage, Digital Signage 1, Digital Signage 2, Digital Signage 3 and 8 more
Chennai (MAA)
- •INR 1,75,000–7,00,000 / month
- •Video Wall, Lightbox, Lightbox 1, Wall Branding and 5 more
Hyderabad (HYD)
- •INR 1,99,500–2,60,300 / month
- •Product Sampling, Product Display, Mobile laptop Charging unit, Tent Card and 2 more
Indore (IDR)
- •INR 90,000–2,40,000 / month
- •Wall Branding, Wall Branding 2, Wall Branding 3, Wall Branding 4 and 2 more
Calicut (CCJ)
- •INR 85,000–6,00,000 / month
- •Video Wall, Digital Screen, Digital Screen 1, Lightbox and 7 more
Goa Mopa (GOX)
- •INR 2,00,000–4,25,000 / month
- •Digital Signage, Digital Signage 1, Digital Signage 2, Digital Signage 3 and 3 more
Delhi (DEL)
- •INR 45,000–12,11,250 / month
- •T3 digital screen, 55 inch, T3 BIDS screen, 55 inch, T3 digital array, T3 lightbox, 28 x 9 ft and 9 more
Airports we cover
Delhi IGI has its own page with published rates by terminal. Rates for the other airports are in the table below.
India’s largest airport by passenger numbers, with Terminal 3 handling international arrivals.
Airport advertising in Delhi
13,822,287 passengers in FY 2025-26. Published rates in INR.
Airport advertising in Ahmedabad
44.47 million passengers in FY2025-26. Published rates in INR.
Airport advertising in Bengaluru
23,017,324 passengers in FY 2025-26. Published rates in INR.
Airport advertising in Chennai
30.5 million passengers in FY2025-26. Published rates in INR.
Airport advertising in Hyderabad
21,102,741 passengers in FY 2025-26. Rates quoted per brief.
Airport advertising in Kolkata
55.5 million passengers in 2025. Published rates in INR.
Airport advertising in MumbaiAirport advertising cost in India
Published 2026 benchmarks across Indian airports run from INR 45,000 to INR 14,00,000, depending on airport, format and period.
Indicative INR benchmarks for 2026, media only, before production and tax. Confirmed for your dates before booking.
Get a costed site plan| Airport | Listed formats | Published range |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad (AMD) | 12 · digital | INR 90,000–14,00,000 / month |
| Bengaluru (BLR) | 12 · digital, static | INR 45,000–12,11,250 / month |
| Mumbai (BOM) | 12 · digital, static | INR 4,20,000–11,20,000 / month |
| Chennai (MAA) | 9 · digital, static | INR 1,75,000–7,00,000 / month |
| Hyderabad (HYD) | 6 · sponsorship and experiential, static | INR 1,99,500–2,60,300 / month |
| Indore (IDR) | 6 · static | INR 90,000–2,40,000 / month |
| Calicut (CCJ) | 11 · digital, static | INR 85,000–6,00,000 / month |
| Goa Mopa (GOX) | 7 · digital, static | INR 2,00,000–4,25,000 / month |
| Delhi (DEL) | 13 · digital, static | INR 45,000–12,11,250 / month |
Airport advertising cost comparison
Every Indian quote names the airport, terminal, zone, format and price basis in INR, so options can be compared before sign-off.
| Goal | Charging basis | What changes the figure |
|---|---|---|
| Digital screen network | Quoted per network, period and share of display | Number of screens, terminal, loop share and campaign length |
| Backlit or static site | Quoted per site and booking period | Airport, terminal, zone, size and duration |
| Large-format wrap or landmark | Quoted per site or campaign package | Size, location, exclusivity and approval time |
| Printing and installation | Quoted as a production service | Material, dimensions, installation, removal and approvals |
| Sponsorship or domination | Quoted as a package | Included media, duration, exclusivity and production |
| GST | 18% on the quoted amount | Shown as a separate line on the quotation |
Why Indian airport advertising prices vary
The airport and terminal
Indira Gandhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Kempegowda differ in passenger volume, airline mix and advertising inventory, so a site is worth what it does for your audience and objective, not just the passenger count.
The zone and share of display
In India, departures, gates, arrivals and baggage claim reach passengers at different moments, and a dedicated site is priced differently from a digital loop shared with other advertisers.
The campaign period and format
Delhi handled about 7.3 million passengers in November 2025, its highest month at the time, and set a single-day record on 22 December 2025. These periods affect demand and availability, and wraps, sponsorships and activations carry their own production and approval requirements.
Production and installation
Artwork adaptation, printing, installation and removal add to the media rate, and 18% GST goes on top. Your quote itemises every line.
Indian airport advertising, airport by airport
Each airport has its own rate basis and media owner. This is the short version.
Request a media plan for IndiaIndira Gandhi airport advertising
DELAdvertising is sold by TIM Delhi Airport Advertising (Times Innovative Media joint venture) (exclusive 20-year contract until 2030).
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj airport advertising
BOMRates for this airport are in the table above and confirmed against your dates.
Kempegowda airport advertising
BLRAdvertising is sold by JCDecaux India (exclusive 12-year contract).
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport advertising
AMDRates for this airport are in the table above and confirmed against your dates.
Chennai airport advertising
MAAAdvertising is sold by Times OOH (exclusive 7-year contract).
Rajiv Gandhi airport advertising
HYDRates for this airport are in the table above and confirmed against your dates.
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar airport advertising
IDRRates for this airport are in the table above and confirmed against your dates.
Kozhikode (Calicut) airport advertising
CCJRates for this airport are in the table above and confirmed against your dates.
Manohar International Airport, Mopa (GMR Goa) airport advertising
GOXAdvertising is sold by Times OOH (exclusive 20-year contract).
Kolkata airport advertising
CCU21,102,741 passengers in FY 2025-26, -3.3% (Airports Authority of India, Mar 2026). Advertising is sold by Times OOH.
Who advertises at Indian airports
Travel and tourism
Hotels, airlines, tour operators and destination boards reach travellers while they are choosing where to stay and what to do.
Property and finance
Developers, banks and wealth managers reach business and international audiences in the calm moments of a journey.
Retail and luxury
Brands with a point of sale at or near the airport turn passenger dwell time into footfall.
Telecom and technology
Digital screens suit app installs, plan launches and product announcements that change quickly.
Automotive
Large-format and premium sites carry model launches to an affluent, mobile audience.
Government and events
Trade fairs, tourism campaigns and public information reach international visitors on arrival.
How an Indian airport advertising campaign is booked
Five steps from brief to campaign record.
Start the briefDefine the airport coverage
Step 1Choose the airports and terminals to reach in India, as one India plan or separate airport proposals.
Review the site and rate plan
Step 2We shortlist sites at Indira Gandhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Kempegowda and compare locations, formats and current quotations in INR, each with its zone, period and price basis.
Confirm artwork for each site
Step 3Each design is checked against site dimensions, file specifications and the content rules of TIM Delhi Airport Advertising, JCDecaux India and Times OOH. Different formats get their own versions, not one design resized.
Confirm the booking
Step 4You approve the schedule, terms, production and dates. The booking is confirmed once inventory and approvals are secured with TIM Delhi Airport Advertising, JCDecaux India and Times OOH.
Reconcile site by site
Step 5Each booking is checked against the approved plan, with installation photographs, playback reports or another agreed record.
Why airport advertising works in India
Passenger numbers show market scale, not guaranteed impressions or sales.
Access to international travellers
Indira Gandhi, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Kempegowda connect India with international and regional routes, so a brand can reach travellers in a defined place during their journey.
Visibility at every stage of the journey
Check-in, security, gates, arrivals and baggage claim are separate moments. A campaign can own one zone or carry one message across several.
Coordinated planning across airports
One brief and one artwork process can cover all 9 airports in India, with inventory and approvals confirmed site by site.
Airport ad sites in India
Published sites and formats at this airport, in local currency. Every campaign is quoted against current availability.
India airport advertising: your questions answered
Airports, costs, artwork and timelines.
Which airports can I advertise at in India?
Indira Gandhi (DEL), Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM), Kempegowda (BLR), Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (AMD), Chennai (MAA), Rajiv Gandhi (HYD), Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar (IDR), Kozhikode (Calicut) (CCJ) and Manohar International Airport, Mopa (GMR Goa) (GOX). Media ownership and available inventory vary by airport and are confirmed for your dates.
How much does airport advertising cost in India?
Published 2026 benchmarks run from INR 45,000 for top digital screen up to INR 14,00,000 for digital signage 5. Printing, installation and 18% GST are added separately.
Who sells advertising at Indira Gandhi?
Indira Gandhi: TIM Delhi Airport Advertising (Times Innovative Media joint venture), exclusive 20-year contract until 2030. Kempegowda: JCDecaux India, exclusive 12-year contract. Chennai: Times OOH, exclusive 7-year contract. We confirm current rights and availability before any booking.
Is GST charged on airport advertising in India?
Yes. 18% GST is added to the quoted media and production amounts and shown as its own line on the quotation.
Can a campaign target one airport or terminal?
Yes. In India you can book one airport such as Indira Gandhi, a single terminal, or one passenger zone such as arrivals or departures, based on your audience, objective and budget.
What artwork information is needed before booking?
Share the preferred formats, key visual, offer, brand guidelines and any language versions. If finished artwork exists, send its dimensions and file formats so it can be checked against the selected sites. Content rules apply: The ASCI Code applies to advertisements read, heard or viewed in India, including media such as hoardings, posters and digital.
Do peak seasons affect airport advertising?
Yes. Delhi handled about 7.3 million passengers in November 2025, its highest month at the time, and set a single-day record on 22 December 2025. Confirm your dates early so the plan uses current inventory and quotes.
What does an Indian airport advertising quote include?
Depending on the booking: media rental, display period, printing, installation, artwork adaptation, package inclusions and 18% GST, itemised line by line.
How long does it take to book airport advertising in India?
Timing depends on inventory, TIM Delhi Airport Advertising, JCDecaux India and Times OOH approval, production and installation. The launch date is set once those deadlines are checked for your sites.
What proof of display do I get?
Depending on the format and media owner: installation photographs, digital playback reports or another agreed record. We confirm which one before you approve the booking.
Plan your Indian airport
advertising campaign.
Share your target airports, audience, dates and budget to get a shortlist of available sites and current quotations in INR.