Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SHA to BOM flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Many travellers pass through Hong Kong International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is 182 €. A return ticket is currently 410 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SHA to BOM if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SHA to BOM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA's address is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SHA land at their destination as scheduled 85.58% of the time.
To reach Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SHA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near BOM:
Travel at your own speed with a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Mumbai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
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.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Mumbai in April.
Book your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for April if you want to explore Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SHA to BOM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a trip to Ahmedabad will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, consider Pune, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill are among its highlights.
