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Flights from Los Angeles to Mumbai

Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for LAX–BOM.

13,998 kmdistance
~18hflying time
from $509one-way, 1 stop, seen 11 Sept 2026
Ultra long-haulroute

Route snapshot: Los Angeles to Mumbai

Los Angeles (LAX) to Mumbai (BOM) is 13,998 km in a straight line, the equivalent of about 18h in the air; we have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $509 with Air France (1 stop), departing 7 Oct 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.

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Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $509 with Air France (1 stop), departing 7 Oct 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Mumbai demand usually strengthens around October – March, which can push fares higher on this corridor.

Who flies it

We have not confirmed a nonstop carrier on LAX–BOM; most travellers connect through a hub.

Airlines flying Los Angeles to Mumbai

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Los Angeles–Mumbai route intelligence

Updated analysis of the LAX–BOM corridor — distance, timing, and connecting options.

Route class
Ultra-long-haul
Distance
13,998 km
Flight time
17h 15m

Route profile

Los Angeles (LAX) to Mumbai (BOM) is a ultra-long-haul corridor spanning approximately 13,998 km, with typical block time around 17h 15m.

Best time to book

Ultra-long-haul corridors reward early planners — fares are softest 12-16 weeks before departure. Premium-cabin awards open ~330 days out.

Demand-spike calendar: Diwali (Oct/Nov) and the wedding season (Nov-Feb) drive enormous intra-India and inbound demand. Summer school break (May-June) sees outbound India price spikes toward leisure destinations.

Connecting hubs to compare

If a nonstop on the LAX–BOM corridor is sold out or overpriced, one-stop itineraries through Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH), London (LHR) and Frankfurt (FRA) are typically the strongest alternatives — often 20-40% cheaper than nonstop, with 3-12 hours added to total journey time.

Visa & arrival

Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between USA and India — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.

Best time to fly to Mumbai

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

Direct & Connecting Flights

We have not seen a nonstop fare between Los Angeles (LAX) and Mumbai (BOM), so most itineraries connect through a hub.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on LAX–BOM was $509 USD (1 stop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Mumbai, India

Flights arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM). Best visited during October – March. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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