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Expert Picks: Flights from New York to Mumbai

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Author's Profile Picture RobinTrip.com Travel Expert
You get free Wi-Fi, really good curry, and a much better seating experience. Their direct routes make the long trip a whole lot easier.
Air India
NYC 11:10 AM
15h 10m Nonstop
BOM 11:50 AM
Wed, Oct 7 New York- Mumbai Air India
$501
Author's Profile Picture QthreeTravel Writter
A famous luxury airline from Dubai. They only fly giant double-decker planes with onboard bars. Highly comfortable and incredibly fancy.
Emirates
NYC 11:20 AM
20h 50m 1 stop
BOM 5:40 PM
Sun, Aug 16 New York- Mumbai Emirates
$851
Author's Profile Picture LilyTravel Blogger
Top-tier Middle Eastern carrier. Offers smooth Abu Dhabi transfers, great baggage rules, and high-tech cabins.
Etihad Airways
NYC 3:45 PM
35h 55m 1 stop
BOM 1:10 PM
Sun, Aug 9 New York- Mumbai Etihad Airways
$373
Author's Profile Picture HannahTravel Blogger
Modern cabins feature seatback screens with Apple TV+ originals. The standard economy product is reliable and comfortable.
Air Canada
NYC 6:30 AM
31h 50m 2 stops
BOM 11:50 PM
Tue, Jul 28 New York- Mumbai Air Canada
$601

Find cheap airlines flights from New York to Mumbai

You can choose from 12 airlines that fly from New York to Mumbai, including Air India, Etihad Airways, and Royal Jordanian. Air India has lowest fares on this route.
Air India logo Air India
Etihad Airways logo Etihad Airways
Royal Jordanian logo Royal Jordanian
Qatar Airways logo Qatar Airways
Gulf Air logo Gulf Air
Kuwait Airways logo Kuwait Airways
Scandinavian Airlines logo Scandinavian Airlines
Emirates logo Emirates
Delta Air Lines logo Delta Air Lines
United Airlines logo United Airlines
Saudia logo Saudia
Virgin Atlantic logo Virgin Atlantic
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from New York to Mumbai according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Flight Info | New York to Mumbai

The distance between New York and Mumbai is approximately 12,532.17 km. It takes around 15 hours 40 minutes on average to fly from New York to Mumbai. Based on Trip.com's data travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price$317
Cheapest round-trip ticket price$715
Off-season for travelSeptember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance12,532.17 km
Average flight time15 hours 40 minutes
Popular airlineAir India
Flight statistics for the New York–Mumbai route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com price insights on flights from New York to Mumbai

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from New York to Mumbai?

The average price of one-way flights from New York to Mumbai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from New York to Mumbai is February, with an average price of $422; while the month with the highest flight price is usually December, with an average price of up to $942.

$942
$682
$422
$162
    Cheapest
  • $678
    Jul
  • $505
    Aug
  • $433
    Sep
  • $514
    Oct
  • $616
    Nov
  • $942
    Dec
  • $494
    Jan
  • $422
    Feb
  • $529
    Mar
  • $625
    Apr
  • $654
    May
  • $672
    Jun

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from New York to Mumbai?

Average price of round-trip flights from New York to Mumbai purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months

According to historical data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for flights from New York to Mumbai are found during September, with an average price of $781. Conversely, the highest prices are found during December, with an average price of up to $1,379.

$1,379
$1,080
$781
$482
    Cheapest
  • $911
    Jul
  • $919
    Aug
  • $781
    Sep
  • $810
    Oct
  • $983
    Nov
  • $1,379
    Dec
  • $932
    Jan
  • $862
    Feb
  • $853
    Mar
  • $1,094
    Apr
  • $968
    May
  • $984
    Jun

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Mumbai (NYC-BOM)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Royal Jordanian offers one-way fares as low as $317 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. JFK to BOM on Sun, Aug 23), while Gulf Air offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $715 departing on Thu, Sep 17 and returning on Wed, Sep 23.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from New York to Mumbai with the following airlines, including: Air India Etihad Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes around 15 hours 40 minutes to fly from New York (NYC) to Mumbai (BOM).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from New York to Mumbai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 7 flight per week flying from New York to Mumbai. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air India: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- AI144 (12:28)
  • To find best deals on flights from New York to Mumbai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Aug 23, with one-way flights priced at just $317.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air India.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Mumbai travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from New York to Mumbai is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from New York to Mumbai on July 21, 2026 with Royal Jordanian, with prices starting at $317.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Mumbai, with John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (JFK-BOM) is by far the most common option on this route: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI).
  • The time difference between Mumbai and New York is 10h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Flighting from New York to Mumbai: Everything You Need to Know

This flight covers roughly 8,500 miles and approximately takes 15 to 16 hours when flying direct. Remember to adjust your watch! Mumbai operates on India Standard Time (IST), which is typically 10.5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (EST) and 9.5 hours ahead of Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Virtually all international flights from New York will land at Mumbai's primary gateway, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM). This modern hub is efficiently located about 18 miles (29 km) northeast of the southern tip of the city, putting key areas like Nariman Point and the historic Fort district within reasonable reach after navigating through customs and immigration.

For a flight to India, Air India is India's national carrier, and IndiGo is a popular Indian budget airline. In addition, Cathay Pacific, Etihad Airways and Air India Express are all popular for connecting flights and offering a large network of destinations.

You can get best fares between October and March, coinciding with the post-monsoon and winter seasons in Mumbai – ideal timing to explore the city. The peak summer months (roughly April through July) often bring the highest prices and coincide with Mumbai's humid monsoon season.

Airports in New York


1. John F. Kennedy (JFK)

  • Primary international hub for Mumbai flights
  • Location: 15 miles southeast of Manhattan
  • Terminals: 6 terminals (AirTrain connects all). T4 handles most international flights.
  • Check-in: Arrive 3+ hours early – massive queues at immigration.
  • Getting to JFK:
    • AirTrain + Subway: $10.75 USD (50-70 mins to Manhattan)
    • Yellow Taxi: Flat rate $52 USD (+ tolls/tip)
    • Uber/Lyft: $55-75 USD (traffic-dependent)

2. Newark Liberty (EWR)

  • Alternative international option (often cheaper fares)
  • Location: 16 miles southwest of Manhattan (New Jersey)
  • Terminals: 3 connected terminals (free monorail)
  • Getting to EWR:
    • NJ Transit Train: $15.50 USD (25 mins to Penn Station)
    • Uber/Lyft: $60-90 USD (bridge tolls apply)

3. LaGuardia Airport (LGA)​

  • ​Primarily serves ​​domestic & short-haul international routes​​ (Canada/Caribbean).
  • Location:​​ 8 miles northeast of Manhattan (significantly closer than JFK/EWR).
  • ​Terminals:​ 3 modernized terminals connected post-security (B, C, D). Terminal B handles most international flights.
  • Getting to LGA: ​​Bus+Subway​​ ​​$2.90 USD​​ (60 mins) or Uber/Lyft​​ ​​$45-85 USD​​ (25-55 mins)

Airports in Mumbai

You'll arrive at: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)

  • Asia's busiest single-runway airport (~50M passengers/year)
  • Location: 18 miles north of South Mumbai
  • Terminals:
    • T2 (Sahar): All international flights
    • T1 (Santacruz): Domestic flights (free shuttle between terminals)
Getting from BOM to Mumbai City:
  • Metro Line 2: ₹100 ($1.20 USD), 40 mins to Dahisar (connects to local trains)
  • Taxi: Prepaid booth ₹800-1,200 ($10-15 USD) to Colaba
  • Rideshare: Uber/Ola ₹600-900 ($7-11 USD)
  • Hotel Shuttles: Free with bookings (confirm in advance)

Best Time to Visit Mumbai

SeasonPeriodWeather/ConditionsPrice Tip
IdealNov-FebMumbai: 20-28°C (68-82°F), dry & sunnyBook 4-6 months early
AvoidJun-SepMonsoon season (heavy rain/flooding)Cheapest but risky for delays
ShoulderMar-May/OctHot & humid (30-38°C/86-100°F)Moderate prices

Savings Hacks:

  • Cheapest days: Tue/Wed departures (15-20% savings)
  • Compare JFK vs EWR – Newark often $100-200 cheaper
  • Non-stop flights: Air India/United (15-16hrs). 1-stops: Emirates/Qatar (19-24hrs)

Where to Stay in Mumbai

Book Mumbai hotels on Trip.com! Free cancellation options make itinerary changes stress-free.

Colaba/Fort: Central and historic. Walk to Gateway of India, Taj Palace Hotel, or Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST). Mid-range to luxury stays. Perfect for first-timers and culture seekers.

Bandra (West): Hip and upscale. Boutique hotels, sea-facing cafes, street art, and Bollywood hangouts. Pricier but vibrant. Ideal for foodies and nightlife lovers.

Dadar/CST Area: Super budget-friendly. Simple guesthouses near local train stations. Great for backpackers—but chaotic and noisy.

Note: Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest price and include all taxes and fees found in the last 24 hours.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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Voluntary cancellation/change:
To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.