How much does RT-PCR cost at international airports in India?

With international airports across the country adhering to the Centre’s revised Covid guidelines in the wake of the Omicron variant, passengers from countries considered “at-risk” are required to undergo a mandatory RT-PCR test upon arrival, including those fully vaccinated.

Amid these rules, the rates of the RT-PCR test, long queues, crowding and potential delays have been major concerns for international travellers, with some airports charging over Rs 3,000 for a rapid test.

Here are the rates of RT-PCR tests across airports in India:

Mumbai

The Mumbai International Airport Limited run by Adani Airports had reduced the rate of a rapid PCR test to Rs 3,900 per test from the earlier rate of Rs 4,500.