Travelling from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Mumbai 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HOU to BOM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
At the moment, $839 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,658. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from HOU to BOM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Of the flights that depart from Houston Hobby Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Houston Hobby Airport from central Houston, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Mumbai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near HOU:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Houston Hobby Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Mumbai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Mumbai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
From Mumbai Airport, Mumbai is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Mumbai Airport. November is the busiest month to head to Mumbai. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Mumbai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HOU to BOM around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.