Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Mumbai?

Flights from Cairns to Mumbai usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Mumbai?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Mumbai.

Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Mumbai pass through?

Most connecting flights from Cairns to Mumbai pass through Singapore Changi (SIN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Mumbai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Cairns to Mumbai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,322 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,093, a difference of $771. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

Juhu Beach is one of the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Mumbai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Cairns to Mumbai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,043 to $3,431. That means the highest observed fare was about 67% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Cairns to Mumbai looking right now?

One-way fares from Cairns to Mumbai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,117, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Mumbai?

Mumbai is 4 hours behind Cairns (India Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Mumbai flight?

Return flights from Cairns to Mumbai range from $1,485 to $1,806, with an average of $1,684 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,485 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Cairns to Mumbai?

Return flights from Cairns to Mumbai typically range from $1,485 to $1,806. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,043 on IndiGo.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cairns to Mumbai?

IndiGo ($2,043) and Singapore Airlines ($3,288) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cairns to Mumbai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Cairns to Mumbai?

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,690. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Cairns to Mumbai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Singapore Changi (SIN) had the shortest average connection time for Cairns to Mumbai stopovers at 13h 27m over the past 3 months.

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$2,043

Typical prices: $1,485-$1,806

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Typical prices: $944-$1,360

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Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

19:15 - 10:20CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

43h 35m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Bengaluru Intl

19:00 - 05:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

30h 15m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,043IndiGo

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

06:00 - 11:35CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 05m2 stops Brisbane Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

19:00 - 05:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

30h 15m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,116IndiGo

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

19:15 - 01:15CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 30m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Chennai

11:50 - 17:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

24h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,160Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

19:15 - 00:35CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

33h 50m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

06:10 - 05:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

19h 05m2 stops Chennai Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,220Multiple Airlines

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

09:45 - 00:55CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

43h 40m3 stops Melbourne Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:00 - 17:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

28h 15m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Melbourne

$2,315Multiple Airlines

Sun, 20 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

06:00 - 11:35CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 05m2 stops Brisbane Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

06:10 - 05:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

19h 05m2 stops Chennai Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,513IndiGo

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

06:00 - 11:35CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

34h 05m2 stops Brisbane Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

23:35 - 17:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

13h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$2,694Multiple Airlines

Sun, 20 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

11:45 - 14:30CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

31h 15m3 stops Tokyo Narita Shanghai Pu Dong Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

06:10 - 05:45BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

19h 05m2 stops Chennai Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai

$2,739Multiple Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

18:20 - 21:50CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

32h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

23:35 - 17:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

13h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$3,288Singapore Airlines

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

18:20 - 21:50CNS Cairns-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

32h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi

23:35 - 17:15BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CNS Cairns

13h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$3,431Singapore Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Cairns to Mumbai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cairns to Mumbai departing in December.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cairns to Mumbai?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cairns to Mumbai.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cairns to Mumbai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Cairns to Mumbai flight?
Return flights from Cairns to Mumbai range from $1,485 to $1,806, with an average of $1,684 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,485 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cairns to Mumbai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about $2,043 to $3,431. That means the highest observed fare was about 67% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Cairns to Mumbai looking right now?
One-way fares from Cairns to Mumbai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,117, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Cairns to Mumbai?
Flights from Cairns to Mumbai usually depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cairns to Mumbai pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cairns to Mumbai pass through Singapore Changi (SIN), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cairns to Mumbai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Cairns to Mumbai. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,322 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $2,093, a difference of $771.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Cairns and Mumbai?
Mumbai is 4 hours behind Cairns (India Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?
Juhu Beach is one of the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,322, about $771 less than Thursday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cairns to Mumbai trip for May. Fares historically average $1,322 return in that month – typically $956 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

• The Lalit Mumbai
• The Leela Mumbai
• Sahara Star

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