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Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Mumbai:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from San Francisco to Mumbai takes 0h 00m, covering 21,728 km.

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.

Return flights from San Francisco to Mumbai range from ₹ 78,872 to ₹ 135,937, with an average of ₹ 99,897 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 78,872 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 6% above the route average of ₹ 99,897. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 75,455 return via Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU), compared with ₹ 96,586 for direct.

The Boeing 777-200LR family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Mumbai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 43,764, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from San Francisco to Mumbai usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Mumbai most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) – 22% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 13% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) – 11% of one-stop connections

Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

On the San Francisco to Mumbai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 8%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ₹ 96,935 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 104,598 – a ₹ 7,663 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Flying via Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 32m, compared to 21h 25m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and 21h 58m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Mumbai is 12 hours ahead of San Francisco (India Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Juhu Beach, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Gateway of India. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

Outside the terminal buildings, taxis await to take you to the city center. You are advised to only take licensed airport taxis, for the rates are fixed and they are certified to drive you. The two biggest airport taxi companies are Black & Yellow Cabs and Cool Cabs. Both of them are prepaid for a rate of approximately ₹ 500-600 ($8-$9), which can be paid at the taxi counters in the arrivals hall of the respective terminal.

There are various companies situated at Mumbai Airport from where you can rent a car, either to drive yourself or with a driver. Companies include Avis, Hertz, or Travelocar and their counters can be found in the arrivals hall and Meet & Greet Areas. Cars can be pre-booked or rented directly from the counters.

Yes, the Niranta Transit Airport Hotel is located at Terminal 2 and welcomes guests with snug beds and a 24h reception desk. There are business facilities at the hotel as well as work areas where you can catch up on business. If you want to stay nearby but leave the airport, there is the luxurious Hilton Mumbai International Airport, which boasts spa facilities, a gym, and a swimming pool. Situated conveniently close at just over 7 mi from the airport, this hotel pampers its guest with style.

Have a little snack after your flight from San Francisco to Mumbai at one of the many restaurants and snack bars available. In Terminal 2 in the arrivals hall, you’ll find cafés like the Chai Point, where the finest tea is served. For those with a sweet tooth, the Rubrium is the perfect place, serving waffles, shakes, and cakes. In Terminal 1 you’ll find the Balaji, a fast food restaurant serving Indian cuisine.