Flying from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Lubumbashi and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your FBM to BOM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a popular stopover on the FBM to BOM route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight is ج.م. 21,140. A return fare right now is ج.م. 36,173. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FBM to BOM, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from FBM to BOM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM)
63.04% of flights that depart Lubumbashi International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Lubumbashi International Airport from central Lubumbashi, it takes about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a hotel to stay in before your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Check out Park Hôtel. Get a good night's sleep here before heading to FBM.
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Consider booking a hotel near BOM if you have a late Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and explore beyond Mumbai's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve 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 about 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the most popular month for flights from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Mumbai in April.
When booking your flight from Lubumbashi International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FBM to BOM in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Mumbai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 451 kilometres north to Ahmedabad to tick off its leading attractions. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Mumbai, Pune is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.
