Can I fly direct from London to Mumbai?

Direct flights from London to Mumbai are available, making up about 15.7% of all flights on this route across the trailing quarter. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stops. The availability of direct options provides a more convenient travel experience for some.

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. Flights with one stop generally have a median duration of 16 hours and 40 minutes. The difference in travel time can be substantial, with direct flights being significantly faster.

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, while connecting flights had a median price of $779. This indicates that direct flights are typically only 1% more expensive than connecting flights. Direct flights 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 1% of recent fares from London to Mumbai are classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from London to Mumbai, current fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $672–$1233, with a median of $877.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Mumbai, you'll find that April stands out with a median fare of $612. Other cost-effective months include February, with a median fare of $668, and September, where the median fare is $682.

A typical journey from London to Mumbai takes about 9h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with only 15.7% of recent fares being direct flights from London to Mumbai. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The route from London to Mumbai covers a substantial distance of 7213 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find flights.

How much is a round trip from London to Mumbai

Regular price: £413 - £917

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Mumbai is typically between 413 GBP and 917 GBP. The current lowest deal is 329 GBP with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 29.

now £329

Low £413

High £917

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

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Mumbai

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£568

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£563

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

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

£651 → £381

41%

8 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 15

£652 → £395

39%

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

£683 → £433

37%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

£682 → £433

37%

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 for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median prices at $612 for London to Mumbai flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 9h 15m

Direct flights from London to Mumbai typically take 9h 15m, while connecting flights average 18h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.7% of recent flights from London to Mumbai are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers direct flights

British Airways is one airline offering direct flights from London to Mumbai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from London to Mumbai are frequent, appearing often 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 ~£355

Mumbai main airports to arrive at

Chhatrapati Shivaji International (BOM)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~£324

Airports nearby Mumbai used as alternative

Pune (PNQ)

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

📍 ~120 km from Mumbai (reachable by car and frequent rail services)

💸 Flights from ~£383

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mumbai

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mumbai

Historically, the best prices for flights from London to Mumbai are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $744. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually results in a significantly higher average price of $2427. For bookings made 60 or more days out, the average price tends to be about $1060.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Mumbai is considered to be $672 or less. The median price for this route has been $877. Fares at the higher end, representing the 75th percentile, were around $1233.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from London to Mumbai, with a median price of $612. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $668. The annual median price for this route is $877, indicating that these months typically offer 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: £413 - £917

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

The regular price range for flights from London to Mumbai is typically between 413 GBP and 917 GBP. The current lowest deal is 329 GBP with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 29.

now £329

Low £413

High £917

The cheapest time to fly from London to Mumbai

April

Cheapest

Flights from £620

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,353

Jan

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Mar

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