Flying from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Los Angeles. Explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Los Angeles to BOM.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOM. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break up the journey at one of these airports:
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Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Los Angeles to BOM flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Have a late flight from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BOM and turn in quicker:
Grab a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and explore Mumbai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Central Mumbai is about 8 miles from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is £266. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £460. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to BOM, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). August is when most people visit Mumbai. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Lock in a Los Angeles to BOM plane ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mumbai to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mumbai
Start your Mumbai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway Of India Mumbai are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Mumbai to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 121 kms (75 miles) south-east of Mumbai, a visit to Pune will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) north of Mumbai, Surat is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.