Flying from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The average length of a direct flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is 4 hours 33 minutes.
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai.
The busiest route is from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), with 41 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BKK to BOM is the 11:15 Air India option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 22:30 with Thai Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to BOM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can book a direct flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) out of Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport departing BKK include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Bangkok to BOM. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
From the centre of Bangkok, BKK is approximately 32 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Searching for more options for a direct flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)? Check out the fares flying out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Thai LionAir operates direct flights from Bangkok to BOM out of DMK. Book your preferred window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and BOM include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
You can get to DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes to cover the 27 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Bangkok to BOM, stay in one of these hotels close to Don Mueang International Airport:
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BOM:
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to the centre of Mumbai is about 38 minutes in a car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 9 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$133 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Return flights start from $276. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 7 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from Bangkok to BOM.
The cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when fares go down. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Bangkok to BOM.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
April is the quietest time to travel to Mumbai. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangkok to BOM in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about Mumbai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Mumbai right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport:
Gateway of India and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Mumbai must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Marine Drive.
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