Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your PVG to BOM flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PVG and BOM:
San Francisco International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Right now, $237 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $414. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from PVG to BOM, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PVG to BOM by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near PVG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Consider staying in a hotel near BOM if you're on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab 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.
Reserving your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Mumbai. The drive time takes around 40 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Mumbai in April.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PVG to BOM around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Mumbai, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 451 kilometres north to Ahmedabad to tick off its leading attractions. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Pune is another well-known destination in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No trip is complete without experiencing Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.