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Cheapest return flight
R8 139
Typical prices: R8 311-R10 911
Etihad Airways
Thu 8/11Thu 15/11
JNB - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 721
Typical prices: R4 701-R6 653
Kenya Airways
Sat 10/11
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
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Entebbe (EBB)
Cheapest • Avg R8 241 (return)
Dar Es Salaam (DAR)
Shortest trip • 10h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Mumbai (JNB-BOM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Mumbai

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
Etihad Airways Logo
9:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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11:05 - 8:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R8 139Etihad Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:45 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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22:55 - 8:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R8 172Etihad Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Mon, Oct 26
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 - 1:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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6:45 - 10:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
31h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 172Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
Kenya Airways Logo
12:05 - 5:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 00m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:40 - 0:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 188Kenya Airways
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
Ethiopian Air Logo
8:20 - 2:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:50 - 20:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 628Ethiopian Air
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 30
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8:20 - 2:35JNB  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
R8 660Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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14:05 - 8:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:15 - 4:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 507Qatar Airways
Sat, Nov 28 - Wed, Jan 20
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13:45 - 2:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:20 - 15:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 979Qatar Airways
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 - 1:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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23:15 - 8:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 435Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 - 7:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
17h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:00 - 19:40BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 10m1 stop Entebbe
R10 646Multiple Airlines
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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 from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai 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 start at R8 139. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R8 311 to R10 911. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R8 139 on Etihad Airways.

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

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

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 R8 351 return.
•December (R10 939) and August (R10 044) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% 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

July

Cheapest flight

R4 721
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (17% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai takes 0h 00m, covering 11 200 km.

  • 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 R8 311 to R10 911, with an average of R9 381 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 311 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 2 weeks of departure) run 2% above the route average of R9 381. Book 8 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 R8 139 to R54 856. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 R6 059, which is 10% 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) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 10% on the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R8 937 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R9 898, a difference of R960. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai?

    Flying via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 47m, compared to 13h 52m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 14h 34m 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?

    Juhu Beach is one of 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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R8 937 – about R960 less than Saturday (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% 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 R8 351 return in that month – typically R2 588 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
    - Hilton Mumbai International Airport
    - The Leela Mumbai

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