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Cheapest return flight
R7 831
Typical prices: R8 340-R11 877
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/10Sat 16/6
JNB - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 705
Typical prices: R4 737-R7 133
Kenya Airways
Wed 14/11
JNB - BOM • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Mumbai

 
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Recent return flight deals to Mumbai

Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Jun 16
Etihad Airways Logo
9:45 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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11:20 - 8:15BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R7 831Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 28
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 - 8:20BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R7 863Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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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2:40 - 10:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R7 960Kenya Airways
Sun, Sep 27 - Wed, Sep 30
Kenya Airways Logo
1:15 - 1:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
2:40 - 15:50BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R7 992Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Dec 29
Ethiopian Air Logo
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 588Ethiopian Air
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Dec 21
Ethiopian Air Logo
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 798Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Jan 13
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
10:50 - 13:30BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 603Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Mon, Dec 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:50 - 19:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
29h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 20:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 620Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Jan 24
Qatar Airways Logo
13:45 - 7:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 30m1 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 797Qatar Airways
Sat, Dec 26 - Tue, Jan 26
Qatar Airways Logo
9:25 - 7:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
18h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:20 - 8:40BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 055Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for South Africa to Mumbai flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Mumbai?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai is the cheapest route at R7 831 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Mumbai?

A return flight to Mumbai costs R9 646 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R9 286, while Durban runs a bit higher at R11 561.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Mumbai?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Mumbai at R9 555 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Thursday is the most expensive at R10 602.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mumbai?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Mumbai with an average price of R8 492 return.
  • December (R11 183) and August (R10 119) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Mumbai?

Morning flights to Mumbai are the cheapest at R9 313 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R11 295.

What is a good deal for flights to Mumbai?

Flights under R8 340 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Mumbai at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R8 227
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When are flights to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights to Mumbai are cheapest 4 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.

Key details for flights to Mumbai

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R4 705
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% more expensive on average)
Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Mumbai

When to book flights to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 questions about flights to Mumbai, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Mumbai?

    Kenya Airways operates the most flights from South Africa to Mumbai at 0 per week, while Ethiopian Air is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Mumbai. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Mumbai?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Mumbai are from:
    • Johannesburg, from R7 831 return

  • How do I know if a flight to Mumbai is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Mumbai is around R8 340 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Mumbai?

    Last-minute fares to Mumbai – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 3% above the average return fare of R9 646.

Your guide to booking Mumbai flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Mumbai, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Mumbai, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to be around R8 340 return. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a good deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, aim to travel to Mumbai in February. Return fares historically average R8 492 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to R1 982 per return. Morning flights to Mumbai average R9 313 compared to R11 295 for afternoon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Once you arrive in Mumbai, a few great places to start are Colaba Causeway and Juhu Beach. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Mumbai

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Mumbai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3658 reviews
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,4Crew
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
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Everything was great except the boarding experience. After the check in, they "packed us" in a small area, very hot there. It would be nice to be aware of this, I'd wait on the outside area

10,0 ExcellentDiego, Feb 2026
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Everything was great except the boarding experience. After the check in, they "packed us" in a small area, very hot there. It would be nice to be aware of this, I'd wait on the outside area

Chaos at the gate while boarding - no clear signs or announcements

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

Enough vegetarian food was not available on the flight for all vegetarian guests on the plane. Crew did not adequately handle this experience

Worst ever. No assistance and communication from Emirates crew. No visibility of when the flight is flying. Couldn’t understand if we can go to lounge to take rest. Emirates system at a certain point said flight is not operating and suggested to take the next flight and in few minutes it suddenly opened the gate for boarding. unsupportive and rude crew. Worst experience ever. Flight was delayed by 5 hours so need the compensation for that.

Emirates flights always nice. Service rendered by the staff is superb.I am always comfortable in Emirates flights.

Overall experience was bad , one does not expect after travelling for 14 hrs in Boing 777-300 ER to be pushed in to a craft with a extermly poor seating pitch, no room for hand baggage in the luggege bins and extermly poor service quality. This patch made my overall expereince mediocre and would definetly look for better choices when flying in or out of Delhi in future.

Qatar Airways has consistently established a standard in my mind that very few airlines manage to sustain, and once again, this Economy Class journey reaffirmed precisely why. As an avid globetrotter who travels extensively for work, I experience many airlines, service cultures, and interpretations of hospitality. What continues to distinguish Qatar Airways is not any single element, but the complete proposition: professionalism, courtesy, warmth, attentiveness, consistency, and a genuinely polished hospitality culture. There is a reassuring confidence that comes with boarding Qatar because, over many journeys, the airline has simply never underdelivered against the expectations it has established for me. This particular journey was especially memorable. I had recently been promoted to Gold tier with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, was travelling on my birthday, and was flying into India on Indian Independence Day. Collectively, that made this considerably more than another flight. The crew made the personal element truly exceptional. Cabin Supervisor Hershel and Cabin Crew Ali deserve particular recognition. Their hospitality went well beyond procedural service; they took the initiative to acknowledge my birthday and, using the resources available onboard, thoughtfully assembled a small presentation with KitKat chocolates and dessert to wish me. It was simple, spontaneous, genuine, and immensely memorable. For someone who spends a considerable part of life travelling, these are precisely the moments that transcend service delivery and become lasting memories. That is where Qatar continues to excel: exceptionally well trained, composed, aligned, and polished crew who can deliver consistency without appearing mechanical. The human warmth remains evident, and individual colleagues repeatedly find ways to distinguish themselves. One small opportunity would have made the occasion even more complete. As we were travelling from Doha to India on 15 August, still within Indian Independence Day, a subtle acknowledgement of India celebrating its 80th Independence Day, perhaps simply wishing the Indian guests onboard on this proud occasion, would have been a thoughtful and culturally resonant gesture. It certainly does not detract from an excellent journey, but would have added another meaningful dimension to an already memorable flight. The only substantive disappointment was that my checked luggage did not complete the journey with me from Seattle (SEA), via Doha (DOH), to Kolkata (CCU), having been delayed in Doha. A baggage exception report is already on file with the local airport team in Kolkata. Given the confidence Qatar Airways has earned from me over the years, I remain optimistic that they will once again live up to that standard, work their magic, and reunite me with my luggage within the next 24 hours. Overall, another exceptional experience and one I will genuinely cherish. Hershel and Ali, thank you for making my birthday in the skies so memorable. Way to go, Qatar Airways. Please continue investing in and developing your cabin professionals to this calibre. When service excellence is combined with authentic human connection, an ordinary journey becomes an experience a passenger remembers long after landing.

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

There was not enough staff during boarding which had created big problems . Another thing once you enter gate area there’s no way to use bathroom and you have to be in that area 2 hours before boarding which is too much.

I would advice everybody not to fly by Indigo, no entertainment in flight, rude behavior of staff, worst experience of my life

Flight could have been better. Sandwiches provided in the meal were inedible. Service was pathetic

Ordinary Indian food... Not great. Limited movie and TV selection

Each and every requirement was nicely provided by all staff no very be happy

Qatar said few times that the luggage will be at the final destination but they were wrong. Please check where your port of entry is at the destination. This is where the luggage would be. The food was terrible.

We were stranded in bus for 10 min waiting for baording..Specially when you are traveling with kids and long previous flight. Flight has no information regarding time to destination. Wish to have screen for international travels.

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. No TV either. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

I bought a full price ticket for business class on kayak and my seat selection was not Included, I had to pay more and WiFi for example was not Included in my seat. My travel companion who bought his ticket for the same business class price had these features included in his ticket therefore I am not happy with my purchase via kayak.

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

This flight was a dreamliner so I think the space was ok for the legs, but the option for food was again limited and the crew was same.

Boarding was efficient, had to check in cabin luggage. Seats were narrow, food was more in quantity, received cabin luggage on the luggage belt which was fine.

Needs better seat for business class. My seat was falling apart. Also no WiFi on that flight

Food was very good. Again tray could use a non-skid mat. I had a regular seat - comfortable - able to sleep undisturbed. Boarding was uneventful.

Entertaiment center needed on that flight. I dont like to use my phone for entertainment.

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

Need to do a lot of improvement on service and cleaness

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

The cabin crew members were so exceptionally good. They were always respectful to us the passengers and were professional. I also enjoyed the meals.

My entertainment screen wasn't working and they couldn't fix it.

Choice of Vegetarian Food in Economy class needs overhaul improvement

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

On my return flight the TV did not work the entire flight! They knew it wasn’t working but they let me sit there. The guy sitting nièce to me told me he was ok the previous flight and it wasn’t working. This is business class by the way!

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

Delayed flight made my day very long, but other than that KQ got me to my destination in good shape.

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

Terrible. 6 hours late and zero urgency after the fact. Took over an hour to board and then an hour plus on the runway.

Staff and service on board is always exemplary. Food however could be better.

Good flight. Paid for seats sat the frront section of the economy. Better than rear cabin.

I think is one of the greatest most professional airlines I’ve flown with. So sustainable as well!!! The business class is top notch!!!

The flight never took off. We sat on the tarmac for over two hours due to an electrical fault and finally the flight was cancelled. We were told that hotels would be organised but there was no further communication. In the end I retrieved my baggage and went to the car park to pick up my car and drive home. It cost me over £150 to park the car for two weeks, plus of course petrol, and over £600 for the four flights and £50 for the travel visa. All gone up in my smoke. I’m bitterly disappointed that my business Trip was cancelled and have been told I will get a “partial refund” within three months!!! What a way to treat a customer.

I enjoyed the courtesy of the staff, and their professionalism. The food was pretty good and they took great care of us throughout the trip!

They should improve their time management and how to reschedule flights in order to avoid long stopovers

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