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.
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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)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and discover more of Mumbai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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.