Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Southampton.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOU to BOM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a well-known stop between SOU and BOM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Currently, £260 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £500. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOU to BOM if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOU to BOM.
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Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights departing from Southampton Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Southampton Airport is around 5 miles from central Southampton. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near SOU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Reserve a hotel near BOM if you're on a late Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 11 miles from the centre of Mumbai. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Mumbai in April.
Book your flight from Southampton Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for April if you'd like to visit Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SOU to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've done Mumbai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 280 miles north to Ahmedabad to tick off its leading sights. From Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home to Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Pune is another well-known destination in India and is around 75 miles south-east of Mumbai. No journey is complete without seeing Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.