Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Mumbai five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to BOM flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LGW and BOM include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$179 is the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Return flights start from $230. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LGW to BOM.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
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Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
From Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mumbai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, consider the kind 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). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to BOM sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Mumbai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 451 kilometers north to Ahmedabad to tick off its popular sights. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kilometers south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.