Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
A direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport takes an average of 6 hours 14 minutes. The timezone in Mumbai is UTC+5:30, making it 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Take your pick of 23 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. The 06:10 departure with IndiGo is the earliest you can take between IST and BOM. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 20:35 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Mumbai — plus maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and BOM are:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter India, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to BOM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
C$212 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Return flights start from C$490. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from IST to BOM by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport can be reached in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near IST:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Book a hotel close to BOM if you're taking a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
From Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 38 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 9 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Mumbai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for April if you want to explore Mumbai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 34ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to BOM in January. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 31ºC then.
More about Mumbai
Once you've booked your flights from IST to BOM, you'll need to find a place to stay in Mumbai. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive are attractions you won't want to skip in Mumbai.
Complete your Mumbai trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Mumbai.