Flying from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when organising your flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
Mumbai is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chicago to BOM, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During high season, expect longer queues and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Chicago to BOM. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
ORD is about 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on time.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport with a stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). A major stopover between Chicago Midway International Airport and BOM, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chicago to BOM flight? Unwind in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive as expected. At RFD, that rate is 76.19%.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BOM:
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To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Central Mumbai is about 13 kilometres from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Right now, P17,642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P37,027. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chicago to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). August is the busiest month to visit Mumbai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
Lock in a Chicago to BOM plane ticket departing in April if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mumbai to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in January when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Mumbai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Mumbai right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point are highlights which should feature on every Mumbai itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've done Mumbai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 121 kilometres south-east to Pune to tick off its leading attractions. From BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir to Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of India, head for Surat, roughly 225 kilometres north of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
