Flying from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Dubai. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) jetting off from here.
The average length of a direct Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
With 101 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) is the most popular route. SpiceJet operates the earliest flight at 1:55am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from DXB to BOM is with Air India at 11:40pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Dubai to BOM.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) leave from this terminal.
These are some of the popular airlines operating direct flights from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport departing from DXB:
The most frequently booked airline between DXB and BOM is Emirates.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is IndiGo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to BOM departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The journey from central Dubai to DXB takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Dubai International Airport:
71% of flights leaving from Dubai International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). It's a key transfer point for flights from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) out of Al Maktoum International Airport.
DWC is around 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your Dubai to BOM flight:
71% of flights departing Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BOM:
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks ahead of your Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
Getting from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Mumbai. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$128 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. A return flight starts at $246. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap flights from Dubai to BOM by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport ticket. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to visit Mumbai. February is when most people book flights from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Dubai to BOM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mumbai
Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Mumbai:
Your Mumbai visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 121 kilometres southeast of Mumbai, a trip to Pune will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Surat is another favourite destination in India and is around 225 kilometres north of Mumbai. No journey is complete without a visit to BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust.
