Quick answer
Mumbai to Delhi is a non-stop flight of about 2 hours 10 minutes, roughly 1,140 km. Air India, IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet fly it dozens of times a day, making it India's busiest air route. One-way economy fares start around ₹4,500 booked 3–6 weeks ahead. It's a domestic flight, so only a government photo ID is needed.
Route facts
- Flight time
- 2h 10m
- Distance
- ≈ 1,140 km
- Starting fare
- ₹4,500 one-way
- Airlines
- Air India, IndiGo, Akasa Air, SpiceJet
- Cheapest months
- Late Jan–Mar and Jul–Sep (weekdays)
- Entry
- Domestic — government photo ID only
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Fares are typical starting one-way economy prices booked 3–6 weeks ahead outside peak dates — live prices vary by the hour.
Which airlines fly Mumbai to Delhi?
With departures almost every half-hour from dawn to midnight, you're spoilt for choice. Air India is the full-service option; IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet are low-cost. Mumbai flights use Terminal 1 or 2, and some now use Navi Mumbai International (NMI), which opened in late 2025. Delhi has three terminals, T1, T2 and T3, and the one you use depends on the airline and flight number, so check your boarding pass.
Best flight timings
The 6–9 am and 6–9 pm slots fill with business travellers and cost more; mid-afternoon flights are often cheaper. In December and January, fog can delay early-morning and late-night arrivals into Delhi. If you have a connection or a train to catch, choose a late-morning landing.
Baggage: full-service vs low-cost
IndiGo, Akasa and SpiceJet include 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin on standard fares, with food for sale. Air India includes a meal and 15 kg or more depending on the fare. For winter trips north, wear your heaviest jacket on board to save weight.
Getting from Delhi airport to the city
From T3, the Airport Express metro line reaches New Delhi railway station in about 20 minutes for under ₹100. T1 is on the Magenta line. An app cab to Connaught Place takes 30–60 minutes and costs ₹450–800; to Noida or Gurugram, budget ₹600–1,200.
When to book and connecting options
Book 3–6 weeks ahead. Fares spike around Diwali, Holi, Christmas and long weekends; late January to March and July to September are usually cheapest. Delhi is the natural hub for onward flights to Srinagar, Leh, Varanasi and the North-East. Book both legs on one ticket so your bags go through.
Tips for families and seniors
Request wheelchair help at booking; both airports involve long walks. Use DigiYatra for faster entry. If you'd rather take the train, the Rajdhani takes about 16 hours.
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