Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 15 minutes.
Mumbai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Every week, there are 23 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 19:45 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 20:35 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you get on your IST to BOM flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Mumbai (and then exploring more of India!) is a cinch with IndiGo. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and BOM include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is P9,012. A return ticket right now is P16,761. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to BOM.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from IST to BOM.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're landing on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BOM:
Pick up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Mumbai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for April if you want to explore Mumbai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to BOM in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a trip to Ahmedabad will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.