Flights to Mumbai

Mumbai, the home of Bollywood, is India's most populous city and a vibrant commercial hub. Moreover, it is a popular travel destination teeming with visitors from all over the world. You will love the city for its soaring skyline and its charming blend of culture and luxury. Mumbai has some lively beaches and a fantastic culinary scene, marked by the presence of top quality restaurants serving a mind-boggling range of cuisines. The Gateway of India, built during the British Raj to commemorate the visit of Queen Mary and King George V, can be explored during your trip here. If you are interested in India's spiritual side do visit the Siddhivinayak Temple, and if you have a thing for art, you should head to Jahengir Art Gallery and the National Gallery of Modern Art. Some of the country's best known hotels are located in Mumbai, including the iconic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel. With extravagant shopping malls and cafes, bars, clubs and pubs, the city ensures you have a lot to do even when the sun goes down.

Your flight to Mumbai will land at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, which sits around 23km north of the city centre. The moving walkways of the airport are flanked by a series of artwork, which lead all the way up to the baggage claim area. It is one of the busiest airports in the country, so you can expect to find several car rental and taxi services at the airport, offering to take you to your final destination. Mumbai airport has world-class lounges, quick-service restaurants, restro- and snack-bars and duty-free shops. British Airways and Air India all offer non-stop flights to Mumbai airport from London.

International airlines offering direct Mumbai flights from London Heathrow include British Airways and Air India. The flight time is usually around 9 hours. Tickets to Mumbai are also available from Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Newcastle. Travel Trolley has some very competitive deals, enabling you to book cheap flights to Mumbai from UK airports.

You will find plenty of accommodation options here. For luxury seekers, there are several 5-star hotels including The Taj Mahal Palace, Trident Nariman Point and Four Seasons Mumbai. If you are travelling on a leaner budgets, 3-stars and B&B options in areas such as Colaba and Kurla (West) will suit you the best. Mumbai also offers many service apartments in the Bandra region.

Mumbai is a destination for all seasons but it is most alluring during the winter months of November through March. The weather is pleasant at this time of the year and promises you a great time in the city after you arrive on one of the many flights to Mumbai. The monsoon season of July and August can be avoided but the off-season could mean cheap flights for you. On Travel Trolley, direct Mumbai flights from London are available at affordable prices.