Can I fly direct from London to Mumbai?

Yes, direct flights from London to Mumbai are available. Historically, approximately 15.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This data reflects observations over a 90-day period.

How long does it take to fly from London to Mumbai?

A direct flight from London to Mumbai typically takes about 9 hours and 15 minutes, covering a distance of 7213 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 16 hours and 40 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How much do direct flights from London to Mumbai cost compared to connecting flights?

Across the trailing quarter, direct flights from London to Mumbai had a median price of $787. In comparison, connecting flights on this route had a median price of $779. This indicates a premium of approximately 1% for choosing a direct flight. Direct flights historically accounted for 18.3% of the available options.

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London to Mumbai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mumbai

Right now, only about 1% of current fares for cheap flights from London to Mumbai are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $672–$1233, with a median of $877. Current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting higher prices compared to recent trends.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Mumbai? The data indicates that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $612. Following closely are February, with a median of $668, and September, with a median of $682. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

A typical journey from London to Mumbai takes about 9h 15m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration accounts for the time spent on stopovers. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 18h 35m, while direct flights from London to Mumbai, when available, have a median duration of 9h 15m.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely have at least one layover on your journey to Mumbai.

The distance between London and Mumbai is approximately 7213 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means you should expect a longer travel time compared to shorter regional flights.

How much is a round trip from London to Mumbai

Regular price: £376 - £1,026

Prices for flights from London to Mumbai are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from London to Mumbai typically range from 376 GBP to 1026 GBP. The current lowest deal is 319 GBP with Wizz Air UK for travel from Sep 1-Sep 22.

now £319

Low £376

High £1,026

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mumbai

The cheapest month to fly from London to Mumbai is April, with a median price of $620. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1353. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £620

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,353

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Direct flights from London to Mumbai

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from London to Mumbai

Sun, Aug 2

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LGW - Mumbai

London (LGW) - Mumbai (BOM)

SunExpress

£811

£475

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Mumbai

London (LGW) - Mumbai (BOM)

SunExpress

£786

£488

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Mumbai

London (LGW) - Mumbai (BOM)

SunExpress

£791

£488

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

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LHR - Mumbai

London (LHR) - Mumbai (BOM)

Air India Limited

£694

£440

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

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LHR - Mumbai

London (LHR) - Mumbai (BOM)

Air India Limited

£697

£442

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

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STN - Mumbai

London (STN) - Mumbai (BOM)

Ryanair

£771

£447

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Mumbai

2 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 4

£811 → £475

41%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

£785 → £452

42%

2 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 5

£771 → £447

42%

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

£776 → £452

42%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Mumbai

London - Mumbai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from London to Mumbai are above the typical level at $1065.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $620.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 9h 15m

The typical direct flight from London to Mumbai takes 9h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.7% of recent flights are direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from London to Mumbai are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers a budget-friendly option for flights from London to Mumbai.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£343

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major London airport providing various flight options to Mumbai.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£358

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a primary international hub with many connections for your journey to Mumbai.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£420

London City (LCY)

London City Airport provides a convenient, closer-to-city option for flights to Mumbai.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£482

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend offers an alternative departure point for flights from London to Mumbai.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£454

Luton (LTN)

Luton is another London airport to consider for flights to Mumbai.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£408

Mumbai main airports to arrive at

Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)

Cheapest

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is a good arrival choice for flights from London to Mumbai.

📍 ~2 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£338

Airports nearby Mumbai used as alternative

Pune (PNQ)

Pune (PNQ) is a useful alternative due to its proximity and strong transport links to Mumbai.

📍 ~120 km from Mumbai (reachable by road and rail)

💸 Flights from ~£437

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mumbai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from London to Mumbai are found when booking approximately 7-13 days in advance. During this booking window, the average price was around $744. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significant price increase, with an average fare of $2427. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out usually results in an average price of $1060.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Mumbai was considered to be $672 or less. The median price observed over the same period was $877. Fares exceeding $1233 were typically in the more expensive range. These figures are based on pricing data collected over a 90-day window.

Historically, April has been one of the cheapest months to fly from London to Mumbai, with a median price of $612. February also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $668. The annual median price for this route was $877, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

London to Mumbai: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Mumbai

How much is a round trip from London to Mumbai

Regular price: £376 - £1,026

Prices for flights from London to Mumbai are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from London to Mumbai typically range from 376 GBP to 1026 GBP. The current lowest deal is 319 GBP with Wizz Air UK for travel from Sep 1-Sep 22.

now £319

Low £376

High £1,026

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mumbai

April

Cheapest

Flights from £620

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,353

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