Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your CPT to BOM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CPT and BOM:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
284 € is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Return flights start from 485 €. These prices may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CPT to BOM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from CPT to BOM.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 81.65% of flights that depart CPT reach their destination on time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
Follow your own route with a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience more of Mumbai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to central Mumbai has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Mumbai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to BOM sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
Pune is another well-known destination in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No trip is complete without a visit to Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.
