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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai and is 5% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
•February is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai at $963 return. •December ($1,749) and June ($1,299) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are prices from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai the cheapest?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
SriLankan Airlines ($1,020) and Cathay Pacific ($1,032) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.
What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
KAYAK data for 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months. Only counts itineraries with the same stopover on both legs.
Singapore Changi (SIN) is the most popular stopover for the Melbourne Airport to Mumbai route. 37% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via SIN.
What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Flights via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $1,148. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) had the shortest average connection time for Melbourne Airport to Mumbai stopovers at 469 minutes over the past 3 months.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Mumbai flight questions, answered
Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai:
• Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class
How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai takes 0h 00m, covering 15,770 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Melbourne Airport to Mumbai flight?
Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai range from $1,043 to $1,606, with an average of $1,271 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,043 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Mumbai flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of $1,271. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,148 return via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), compared with $2,025 for direct.
Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-200 variants.
Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,015 to $7,473. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai looking right now?
One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $528, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).
Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai pass through?
One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai most commonly connect through:
• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 37% of one-stop connections • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 20% of one-stop connections • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 18% of one-stop connections • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 8% of one-stop connections
Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Melbourne Airport to Mumbai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,208 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,316, a difference of $108. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Mumbai?
Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 21m, compared to 17h 18m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 28m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK).
What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Mumbai?
Mumbai is 4 hours behind Melbourne Airport (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.
What kinds of services are available at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport?
Mumbai is well equipped for arriving travellers, with ATMs, currency exchange, and stores that can provide an international sim card to get you set up for your travels right away. There are multiple lounges available offering showers, smoking areas, internet terminals and even spa services.
Does Melbourne Airport offer disability assistance?
Melbourne Airport has travelators and lifts connecting the arrivals level and departures level of each terminal, and there are multiple accessible toilets in each area. There is designated parking and pick-up or drop-off areas for disability access. Melbourne Airport also offers a Hidden Disability Program, where you can collect a lanyard to indicate to the trained airport staff that you may need more time or assistance.
Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne to Mumbai?
If you’re planning a flight from Melbourne to Mumbai, you should know that there are no airlines offering non-stop flights to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. However, there are several airlines that run a one-stop service from Melbourne International Airport, including Air China Limited, Air India and Malaysia Airlines.
What’s the best way to get from Mumbai Airport to downtown Mumbai?
Public transportation in Mumbai does present its challenges, especially after a long flight, so your best bet is to get a prepaid taxi from the airport or rent a car. If you prefer, there is a bus service to train stations such as Vile Parle Railway Station or Andheri East Railway Station, which can connect you to the city centre.
Are there any hotels that offer a free shuttle from Mumbai Airport?
Due to traffic congestion in Mumbai, short-stay and business travellers should consider staying at one of the nearby airport hotels, which provide a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. Airport Metro Mumbai, Hotel Airport International and Waterstones Hotel are a few accommodation options that provide this service for their guests.
Are there any currency exchange offices at Mumbai Airport?
If you are on a flight from Melbourne to Mumbai and still need to exchange dollars for rupees, or require other financial services such as cash advances, the State Bank of India and Indusind Bank have locations in both airport terminals in the Arrivals and Departures Halls. You will also find several Citibank ATMs available for withdrawing cash.
Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Mumbai flights
Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,208 – about $108 less than Thursday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Mumbai trip for February. Fares historically average $963 return in that month – typically $786 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $1,148 return on this route – about $877 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
If you are travelling to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a vehicle and looking for a more budget-friendly option than a taxi, the SkyBus operates 24/7 from three locations in Melbourne and its surrounding areas. The express journey takes you directly to the T2 terminal and takes around 30-45min.
For those of faith that need a facility for prayer before their flight, Terminal 2 in Melbourne Airport has multi-faith prayer rooms open 24/7 and are located just past security screening in International Departures. There is also a Chaplaincy office located in Terminal 2, with a 24-hour service.
If you are travelling with children from Melbourne Airport, there is a play area in Terminal 2 for them to enjoy before your flight, located opposite gate 15B.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) has a large selection of lounges available to all travellers, regardless of the airline. If you’re stuck waiting for transport or need a meal or shower before leaving the airport, you will find plenty of options to suit your needs, and many of these lounges are open 24/7.
The main international airport in the Indian city of Mumbai is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), also known as Mumbai Airport, which has the unusual feature of being divided into two distinct locations: Santa Cruz Airport, often referred to as Domestic Terminal 1, and Sahar Airport, otherwise known as International Terminal 2.
If you’re planning to get to Melbourne Airport by car before your holiday in Mumbai, you can consider using one of the At Terminal Car Parks or the Long Term Car Park at the airport, which are best suited for long trips. Business travellers can choose between the Business Car Park, Valet Parking or one of the Premium Car Parks, which have direct access to the terminals.
Visiting family or friends while in Mumbai? If so, why not stop by the Australian Produce Store, Out of Australia or The Melbourne Store and pick up a few locally made toys, clothing or other items that would make great gifts and souvenirs for your loved ones. All three stores can be found after the security checkpoint in Terminal 2.
Feel the need to relax before your long flight from Melbourne to Mumbai? Several airlines have airport lounges exclusively for their passengers at Melbourne Airport, including Emirates (Emirates Lounge), Singapore Airlines (Silver Kris Lounge) and Malaysia Airlines (The Golden Lounge). Otherwise, there are pay-as-you-go options such as the Marhaba Lounge and the Plaza Premium Lounge.
If you need some help finding your way around Mumbai Airport there are Information Desks located both airside and landside in Terminals 1 and 2. There are three locations in Terminal 1, while Terminal 2 has a total of seven, including one in the International Arrivals Hall. All offices are open 24 hours a day.
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