Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BOM - LGW route include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from BOM to LGW, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is $432. The cheapest price for a return flight is $904. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up flight tickets from BOM to LGW, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
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Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The journey from central Mumbai to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 38 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near BOM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the centre of London. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0 ºC and 9 ºC. Look for flight tickets from BOM to LGW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from BOM to LGW:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should be on every London itinerary.
Browse your options for jetting into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Stansted Airport (STN). They're alternative international airports that serve London.
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
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