Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Mumbai five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MEL to BOM flight.
Flying during a peak month such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and BOM:
Singapore Changi Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
Colombo Bandaranayake Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
$526 is the lowest price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. A return flight starts from $916. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MEL to BOM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MEL to BOM.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
63% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Reserve a hotel near BOM if you have a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and see more of Mumbai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Mumbai Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from central Mumbai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Mumbai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Mumbai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, consider Pune, about 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are key highlights.