Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC): what you need to know
Port Harcourt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Port Harcourt four hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BOM to PHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
288 € is currently the best price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport flight. Return flights start from 701 €. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BOM to PHC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BOM to PHC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
61.63% of flights leaving from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Mumbai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to BOM:
Arriving at Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
If you're arriving on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PHC:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Port Harcourt International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis to explore parts of Port Harcourt that don't always get the spotlight.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Port Harcourt International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices usually increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) to central Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt International Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Port Harcourt. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC)
June is the most popular month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Port Harcourt in February.
When reserving your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Port Harcourt, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BOM to PHC in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
Port Harcourt is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Nigeria you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres north-west of Port Harcourt, a visit to Lagos will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like National Museum Lagos Lagos Island Lagos, Freedom Park Lagos and Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Park.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Nigeria, consider Ibadan, about 434 kilometres north-west of Port Harcourt. Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower are among its highlights.
