Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai

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From Johannesburg to Mumbai

How popular is this flight route?

Within the past month, 23 962 users have taken a look at flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji.

Does it rain more in Johannesburg or Mumbai?

When travelling, it's generally smart to pack in preparation for rain or any other conditions that may arise. The rainfall in Johannesburg is roughly greater than that of Mumbai. You can assume this to be the case over the next 21 days.

Is Johannesburg weather warmer or cooler than Mumbai?

With an average temperature of 34 °C, peak weather can be found in May. As a traveller, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in Mumbai are hotter than in Johannesburg.

What airports serve Johannesburg to Mumbai flights?

Travellers planning to visit Mumbai from Johannesburg will depart from one of two airports. O.R. Tambo International Airport is the larger and busiest option while Lanseria International Airport is a quieter and smaller airport in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport had over 21 million passengers in 2017 and is a hub for South African Airways, FlySafair, and Mango. Once reaching Mumbai, passengers will disembark at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. It is a hub for SpiceJet, Air India, and Alliance Air and a focus city for Air India Express and Blue Dart Aviation. This airport had nearly 50 million passengers in 2018.

Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

Unfortunately, there are currently no direct, nonstop flights to Mumbai from Johannesburg. However, that does not mean that there are no options to visit this destination. Passengers can take a stopover flight that stops down at least once before reaching Mumbai. Some of the airlines offering these flights include Air Seychelles, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways. In most cases, flights with a single stop are about the same price as those with two or more stops. These fights average a length of 10h 55m, but this can vary based on the day and airline chosen.

What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Mumbai?

When choosing a single stop flight, travellers may touch down at Mahe Island Airport, Dubai Airport, Abu Dhabi International Airport or several others. Other flights touch down in two places such as Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport and Abu Dhabi Airport or Cape Town Airport and Addis Ababa Airport. Unlike many routes, these flights typically talk about the same amount of time regardless of how many stops there are. These flights start early in the morning and go into the evening so most travellers can find an option that works for them.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Mumbai?

When travelling from Johannesburg to Mumbai, passengers will require a passport that is good for at least six months after the departure from Mumbai. A visa is also required and can be provided for free.