Flying from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where new adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
Mumbai is two hours ahead of Tehran. Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located in Mumbai, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tehran to BOM, 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 general rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like October. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
The journey from central Tehran to THR takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Check out Tehran Grand Hotel. Enjoy a good night's rest here before heading to Tehran Mehrabad International Airport.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
You can book a direct Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) plane ticket out of Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). See if flying from IKA works better for your plans.
Iran Air operates direct flights from Tehran to BOM out of IKA. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
IranAir has the largest share of bookings on the IKA to BOM route.
Flights between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport are more likely to be on time with IranAir compared to other carriers.
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Check out these connections between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and BOM:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
You can reach IKA from central Tehran in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
The day before your Tehran to BOM flight, why not enjoy an extra night away? Check in to Remis Hotel or Rexan Hotel, which are near Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
About Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BOM:
Grab a Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around four weeks in advance of your Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight.
Getting from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is around 24 kms (15 miles) from central Mumbai. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
£228 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. A return flight starts at £880. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tehran to BOM if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
January is the busiest month for flights from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM). Visit Mumbai in September for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Tehran to BOM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Mumbai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between 20ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Mumbai
After booking your flight from Tehran to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mumbai:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Gateway Of India Mumbai are essential stops on your Mumbai itinerary.
Explore more of India
Pune is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mumbai. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple.
Around 225 kms (140 miles) north of Mumbai, Surat is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Temple, BAPS Akshardham Mandir (Entry Gate) and Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
