Mumbai Flights and Travel Guide

Who books flights to Mumbai? The aspiring actor clamoring for a chance to star in a Bollywood film. The freshman fashion designer looking for new techniques and textures for an upcoming runway debut. Irreverent teens landing cheap flights to Mumbai for a taste of India’s best nightlife. Whatever the reason for making Mumbai flights and travel plans, you’re sure to find delight (and a little bit of drama) in this majestic Indian city.

Mumbai, formerly Bombay, is India’s land of enchantment and it dates back several centuries. Before the British took over in 1662, Mumbai was a cluster of seven islands inhabiting several cultures. Today, its seven islands remain a melting pot of cultures. Mumbai’s landscape is reminiscent of 19^th- century England set along the Arabian Sea. Mansions, castles and Victorian homes line the smog-filled city recently modernized by “oxygen bars” and glitzy restaurants. If you’ve never been to India, book a cheap flight to Mumbai and experience a small taste of India’s history tied in with modern-day decadence.

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Mumbai Climate

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When to Fly to Mumbai

Bollywood fans and business moguls alike are booking Mumbai cheap flights year round to this port city in southwestern India.

Peak Season: Seats on cheap flights to Mumbai fill up pretty quickly in late fall and early winter, when visitors from around the globe plan their trips around the cooler weather that hits India’s coast.

Off-peak Season: Monsoon season lasts from the end of May through the beginning of October and discourages travelers from booking flights to Mumbai due to high winds and heavy rains. However, this is also the best time to book cheap flights to Mumbia.  Try planning your trip towards the tail end of monsoon season or a few weeks before the rains hit, so that you can fully enjoy the urban beauty of this bustling port in the sunniest of circumstances.

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Getting Downtown Mumbai

Pre-paid taxis are available outside Arrivals (journey time approx 60 min).

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Getting Around Mumbai

Once your flight to Mumbai has landed, hop in an air-conditioned cab or on board one of the readily available busses. 

One of the most efficient ways of getting around the city and its outskirts is by train: The trains run from 4 a.m. until 1 a.m. Female travelers can take advantage of the specific train cars designated for women only to avoid potentially uncomfortable altercations.

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Mumbai Insider Information

• Don’t be confused if you see a bunch of business suits on your flight to Mumbai: As the commercial capital of India, Mumbai plays host to the headquarters of several of India’s most important companies and handles one third of India’s total international trade.
• Looking for some pre-flight entertainment of your own before you board your flight to Mumbai?  Rent a Bollywood film: Bollywood, the unofficial name for the Hindi-language film industry, is based in Mumbai.  Bollywood films have received international acclaim for their multimillion-dollar productions, so check out popular titles like “A Wednesday” and “Mumbai Meri Jaan” before heading to India’s own version of Tinseltown.
• Visit Chowpatty Beach for a seaside experience that has nothing to do with typical beach adventures.  The sandy strip appears to be ideal for standard beach-going activities, but Chowpatty is really a waterfront carnival. Locals and visitors alike frequent the beach for its fast food and nighttime entertainment, and the exuberant atmosphere provides for an excellent last night out before your return Mumbai flight.
• History buffs heading to Mumbai shouldn’t miss a visit to Colaba, where the Gateway of India resides.  The Gateway of India was built to honor the visit to Mumbai of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911, and this splendid structure today provides countless photo-ops and spectacular views of the port of Mumbai. 
• If you’re looking to fill your carry-on with souvenirs before your return Mumbai flight, the Crawford Market, also known as the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Market, is an excellent stop for the shopping savvy.  The Crawford Market is an overwhelming, vivid display of fruits, vegetables, textiles and antiques.  Buyer beware: the “antique” knick-knacks you’re shopping for may be knockoffs. Also, be aware of your surroundings as the stalls of the Crawdord Market, especially in the Chor Bazaar, are prime territory for pickpockets.

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Mumbai Airports

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