Travelling from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Washington DC to BOM. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during high season, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Whether you'd like to visit a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To check out your options taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Washington DC to BOM.
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
IAD is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to BOM flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74.39%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Booking a flight ticket from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), here's where you can detour to on the way to BOM:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down without delays. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.
About Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
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Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Mumbai. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is $505. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,201. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to BOM, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Mumbai. August is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Washington DC to BOM flight ticket departing in April if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Mumbai to range from 25ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Mumbai
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mumbai:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Mumbai when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus followed by Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Explore more of India
Pune is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Mumbai. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Surat is another well-known destination in India and is around 225 kilometres north of Mumbai. No trip is complete without a visit to BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.