Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Diego and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your SAN to BOM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SAN and BOM:
London Heathrow Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
397 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 652 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SAN to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SAN to BOM is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
SAN is located at Airport Drive.
Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 71.38% land on time at their destination.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SAN:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mumbai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
From Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Mumbai. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SAN to BOM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
If there's time to check out another major destination in India, head for Pune, about 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill are among its highlights.
