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Cheapest return flight
£397
Typical prices: £381-£503
Ethiopian Air
Mon 12/11Mon 19/11
JNB - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£228
Typical prices: £220-£308
Kenya Airways
Thu 8/11
JNB - BOM • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Mumbai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Entebbe (EBB)
Cheapest • Avg £382 (return)
Dar Es Salaam (DAR)
Shortest trip • 10h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai (JNB-BOM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Johannesburg to Mumbai

Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
08:20 - 02:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 - 20:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£397Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
08:20 - 02:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 - 20:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£397Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 28 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
23:00 - 08:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£443Etihad Airways
Tue, 10 Nov - Thu, 28 Jan
Etihad Airways Logo
09:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
23:00 - 08:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£443Etihad Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 30 Jan
Kenya Airways Logo
01:35 - 01:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 10:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£454Kenya Airways
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 07:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:20 - 08:40BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£488Qatar Airways
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 03:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£509Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 01:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 15:50BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
£513Kenya Airways
Thu, 26 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan
Air Mauritius Logo
13:10 - 06:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
13h 55m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
Air Mauritius Logo
08:35 - 11:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 20m1 stop Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
£531Air Mauritius
Mon, 9 Nov - Thu, 28 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
20:20 - 07:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:20 - 18:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 20m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl Durban King Shaka Intl
£585Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai typically range from £381 to £503. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £397 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai at £384 return.
•December (£514) and August (£470) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 33% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 12% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£228
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 113% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai

When to book flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johannesburg to Mumbai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai takes 00m, covering 4,324 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai range from £381 to £503, with an average of £428 over the past 12 months. Anything below £381 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the £428 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 £397 to £3,215. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £373, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £408 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £452, a difference of £44.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    Flying via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 48m, compared to 13h 53m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 14h 14m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Mumbai?

    Mumbai is 3 hours ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Juhu Beach, Cooperage Football Ground, and Wankhede Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average £408, about £44 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 12% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai trip for February. Fares historically average £384 return in that month – typically £130 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
    • Niranta Airport Transit Hotel & Lounge Terminal 2 Arrivals

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