Flying from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Expect to be in the air for 9 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) is the most popular route. There are 48 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Air India at 9:05pm. Opt for the first LHR to BOM departure operated by British Airways at 9:30am if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from London to BOM.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) leave from this terminal.
Top carriers that offer direct flights from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport out of LHR include:
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for flights from LHR to BOM.
Among carriers operating on this route, British Airways has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from London to BOM that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between LHR and BOM include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Here's where you can connect between London Gatwick Airport and BOM:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your London to BOM flight? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or a few days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel more relaxed and effortless. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) with a stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
From central London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Book a hotel close to BOM if you have a late flight from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
The centre of Mumbai is about 13 kilometres from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before your trip.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Right now, 154 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 302 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to BOM if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Mumbai. August is when most people book flights from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your London to BOM plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Mumbai
Start your Mumbai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Mumbai when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus followed by Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
Pune is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Mumbai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Surat is another must-experience destination in India and is around 225 kilometres north of Mumbai. No trip is complete without experiencing BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
