Flying from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
The average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is 8 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt. Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai.
With 12 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) is the busiest route. Lufthansa operates the earliest flight at 12:15pm. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from FRA to BOM is with Air India at 8:20pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Frankfurt to BOM, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like September or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Go straight to your destination from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) are available from here.
When leaving from FRA, you can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport with Lufthansa.
Most passengers choose to book seats with Lufthansa from FRA to BOM.
Lufthansa is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to BOM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these airports:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes about 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to BOM flight:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights taking off from here arrive right on target.
About Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
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Getting from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Central Mumbai is around 24 kilometres from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$342 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. A return flight starts from $587. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Frankfurt to BOM, book your ticket 11 months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Mumbai. February is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Frankfurt 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).
Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Mumbai
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Your visit to Mumbai isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
Pune is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Mumbai. Around 121 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Surat is another essential stop in India and is around 225 kilometres north of Mumbai. No journey is complete without visiting BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, Shri Mahakaleshwar Mahadev and BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir Trust.
