Travelling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of New Orleans and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MSY to BOM flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MSY and BOM:
San Francisco International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is £352. A return plane ticket is currently £726. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSY to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
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Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.19% of flights that take off from MSY reach their destination on time.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is about 15 miles from central New Orleans. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MSY? If you've booked an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're arriving on a late Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BOM:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire to explore Mumbai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to central Mumbai has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Mumbai in April.
When booking your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MSY to BOM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Mumbai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 280 miles north to Ahmedabad to tick off its leading attractions. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 75 miles south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.
