Flights from Wellington (WLG) to Mumbai (BOM)

When to visit

Mumbai sees fairly dramatic weather conditions, with a tropical wet and dry climate. The temperature doesn’t fluctuate as much throughout the year but it experiences dry periods followed by months of intensely heavy rain. The best time to visit Mumbai is between October and February. There is less rain and temperatures are cooler, making it the perfect time to see the sights. The average temperatures is around 30°C. Between June and September is monsoon season, that can cause heavy flooding.

Arrival information

What is the main airport called?

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)Opens external site. It is the primary international airport serving Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It has two terminals, airport lounges and wi-fi. Mumbai Airport is located in Andheri, 8 km north of downtown Mumbai.

Arriving in Mumbai

The staff at Mumbai Airport will greet you when you land and from there, getting into town is easy.   

Getting into Mumbai  from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

There are a number of bus, taxi, shuttles, train and car rental options available at the airport to commute to the city. App based taxi services are available to get you to your destination including Uber and Ola. If taking public transport, local trains are the best way to get to Mumbai city with stations at both the domestic and international terminals. There is also the BEST bus service offering different routes from both terminals. Auto rickshaws are a metered mode of transport available, along with taxis and car rentals. It takes approximately 30 minutes to get to Mumbai city centre by taxi.

Getting around Mumbai

Getting around Mumbai is easy, with a number of transport options to suit your needs. The best way to get around is via public transport. A rapid transit system is the rail system that can get you to the major sites. The Mumbai Suburban Railway, Monorail, Metro, Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) buses, black-and-yellow meter taxis, auto rickshaws and ferries are the most popular options. Taxis and rickshaws in Mumbai are required by law to run on compressed natural gas and are a convenient, economical and easily available means of transport. It is possible to hire a car, though the roads are very busy, so for travellers it’s best to get around by taxi or ride share. Tours can be arranged to see the top attractions including Iskon Temple and the gorgeous Dr Bhau Daji Lad Mumbai City Museum.

Departure information

Fly from Wellington

Once you’ve purchased your tickets from Wellington, there are a few things you should know to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for your upcoming trip.  

What is the main airport called? 

Wellington Airport (WLG).Opens external site in a new window It is an international airport located in the suburb of  Rongotai in Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand. Wellington Airport is located just a 20-minute drive from the Wellington CBD.  

Baggage allowance

 Passengers on Qantas flights from Wellington are allocated checked baggage. If you need more luggage, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance online prior to departure.      

Checking in 

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