Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Helsinki and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HEL to BOM flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and BOM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Right now, $322 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $742. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to BOM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to BOM.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
To reach Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HEL:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Book a hotel near BOM if you're on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mumbai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to the centre of Mumbai has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mumbai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for April if you want to explore Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to BOM in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include 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. Experience major highlights starting with Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.