Flying from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is 8 hours 10 minutes.
Mumbai is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
There are 12 Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flights weekly. Get the 12:15 flight if you want to get going as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight is at 20:20.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your FRA to BOM flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Lufthansa is your gateway to discovering Mumbai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to fly with Lufthansa on this route.
Among carriers operating FRA to BOM flights, Lufthansa has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between FRA and BOM include:
San Francisco International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
$320 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $683. These prices may change based on demand.
Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FRA to BOM.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
67.47% of flights that depart Frankfurt Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Frankfurt Airport from central Frankfurt, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near FRA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOM if you have a late Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and discover more of Mumbai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Mumbai. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Mumbai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.