Travelling from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Mumbai is 30 minutes ahead of Malé and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 40 weekly Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MLE to BOM flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Mumbai — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
IndiGo leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MLE to BOM flights, with 83.61% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MLE and BOM:
Cochin International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Velana International Airport (MLE) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is Rs41,944. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs60,447. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from MLE to BOM by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)
77.73% of flights departing from Velana International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Velana International Airport from central Malé, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to MLE:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BOM instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Mumbai. Driving there takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Mumbai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Velana International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MLE to BOM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Mumbai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
Pune is another standout destination in India and is around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai. No journey is complete without dropping by Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.
