Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Mumbai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Mumbai two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.
Each week, there are 16 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, opt for the 09:05 Malaysia Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:05 with Batik Air Malaysia.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your KUL to BOM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Mumbai (and then seeing more of India!) is a cinch with Malaysia Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
The most punctual carrier that operates KUL to BOM flights is Malaysia Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 66.67% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and BOM:
Bengaluru Airport
Chennai Airport
Phuket Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport flight is R 2,071. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 4,234. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from KUL to BOM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
59% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near KUL. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
If you're getting in on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BOM:
Go where the road takes you with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and discover more of Mumbai and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from the centre of Mumbai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Mumbai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Mumbai Airport for April if you'd like to explore 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 KUL to BOM sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a trip to Ahmedabad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, head for Pune, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are among its highlights.