Flying from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Mumbai Airport (BOM): what you need to know
Mumbai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Zanzibar and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your ZNZ to BOM flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport flight is ج.م. 16,821. A return fare right now is ج.م. 26,320. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZNZ to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
65% of flights that depart Zanzibar Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Zanzibar Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ZNZ. Whether you have an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Mumbai Airport (BOM)
Reserve a hotel close to BOM if you're catching a late Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Mumbai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and venture far and wide through Mumbai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Mumbai Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Mumbai Airport (BOM)
November is the most popular month for flights from Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Mumbai in March.
When booking your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mumbai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to BOM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of India
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