Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Mumbai is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
There are four Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport flights each week.
Your MAN 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 for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Mumbai (and then exploring more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular carrier has direct flights from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport.
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for MAN to BOM flights is IndiGo.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAN and BOM:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport flight is $425. A round-trip ticket right now is $790. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAN to BOM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from MAN to BOM is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Consider booking a hotel close to BOM if you have a late Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and venture far and wide through Mumbai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Mumbai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Mumbai Airport for April if you want to go to Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to BOM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in India, consider Pune, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are key reasons to visit.