Travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Birmingham.
Your BHX to BOM flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Mumbai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BHX and BOM include:
Dubai Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Of the flights that depart from Birmingham Airport, 72% land on time at their destination.
To get to Birmingham Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to BHX? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Mumbai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Consider booking a hotel near BOM if you have a late Birmingham Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Mumbai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mumbai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Airport to the centre of Mumbai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham Airport to Mumbai Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Mumbai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Birmingham Airport to Mumbai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. 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 BHX to BOM sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a trip to Ahmedabad will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in India, consider Pune, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are among the biggest draws.