Flying from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
Mumbai is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Houston to BOM.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
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IAH is about 27 kilometers from central Houston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
78.42% of flights taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can arrive at HOU from the center of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometers or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to BOM flight:
Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Book a hotel close to BOM if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Rental are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
The center of Mumbai is about 13 kilometers from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$404 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. A return flight starts at $759. These fares may change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). Visit Mumbai in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Houston to BOM plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Mumbai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Mumbai right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport:
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway Of India Mumbai are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Mumbai itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
You've done Mumbai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 121 kilometers south-east to Pune to tick off its leading attractions. From BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir to Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, consider Surat, roughly 225 kilometers north of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple are key highlights.