Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Helsinki and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your HEL to BOM flight.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HEL and BOM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Rs81,829 is the best price for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs159,432. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from HEL to BOM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL arrive at their destination on time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HEL:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BOM if you're catching a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and find adventure across Mumbai and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Mumbai Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Mumbai Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Airport is roughly 24 kilometres from central Mumbai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Mumbai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Mumbai Airport for April if you want to visit Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Akshardham Temple, Centre of akshardham and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
Pune is another essential stop in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No trip is complete without dropping by BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.