Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.
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 with enough time to catch your LAX to BOM flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LAX and BOM include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is Rs98,861. A return fare right now is Rs191,083. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LAX to BOM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out 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 LAX to BOM.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Consider staying in a hotel near BOM if you're on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and find adventure across Mumbai and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to central Mumbai has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Mumbai in April.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LAX to BOM sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Ahmedabad is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mumbai. Around 451 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, consider Pune, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill are highlights.