Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Mumbai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Flights from RUH to BOM start at 00:05 — the earliest with Akasa Air. The last departure is at 22:55 with Akasa Air. In total, there are 20 weekly Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your RUH to BOM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport, so getting to Mumbai (and then touring more of India!) is simple. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Air India on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to BOM flights. A dependable 83.61% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and BOM:
Dubai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Dammam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Right now, $138 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $302. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from RUH to BOM.
The cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RUH to BOM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from RUH land at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Riyadh Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short drive from RUH.
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Mumbai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mumbai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Mumbai Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
From Mumbai Airport, Mumbai is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
November is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Mumbai in March.
Before locking in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Mumbai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RUH to BOM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a trip to Ahmedabad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
