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Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai

New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Mumbai.

New York to Mumbai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,459
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time14 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineAir India
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai is R 6,204. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
14 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai.
Air India flies direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai.
As of September 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Mumbai is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Mumbai Airport on Sunday, 19 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 14 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mumbai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mumbai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo and Air India offer the cheapest flight tickets to Mumbai.

Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 20 minutes.

  • The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.

  • Choose from ten weekly John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flights. The 10:55 departure with Air India is the earliest flight available. Air India operates the latest service of the day at 11:55.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your JFK to BOM flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Air India has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Mumbai — and maybe even more of India if you have time.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air India.

  • Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers JFK to BOM flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are the top stopovers between JFK and BOM:

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is R 5,459. A return plane ticket is currently R 6,204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from JFK to BOM.

  • The cheapest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from JFK to BOM is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you're boarding an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai

  • From Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Mumbai in April.

  • The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JFK to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • You've visited Mumbai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 451 kilometres north to Ahmedabad to check off its popular sights. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of India, head for Pune, about 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill are key reasons to visit.

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