Captivating night view of Mumbai skyline with skyscrapers and reflections on still water. — flights from Istanbul to Mumbai
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Flights from Istanbul to Mumbai

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Mumbai (BOM) take about 6h 33m (4,836 km). IndiGo flies it. Lowest fare seen: $250 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Mumbai

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Mumbai

Carriers on IST–BOM according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ IndiGononstop fare seen

Istanbul to Mumbai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $250 one-way. With stops: Mar 2027, from $168. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$38328 Oct 2026 · IndiGo$239 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$25019 Nov 2026 · IndiGo$181 · 1 stop20 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$3314 Dec 2026 · IndiGo$216 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$26321 Jan 2027 · IndiGo$184 · 1 stop14 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$2634 Feb 2027 · IndiGo$184 · 1 stop19 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$26210 Mar 2027 · IndiGo$168 · 1 stop1 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $181 for November 2026, $168 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 6 of 6 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Mumbai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Mumbai

Based on weather and travel conditions in India

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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

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Mumbai flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Mumbai?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Mumbai (BOM) takes about 6h 33m, covering 4,836 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Mumbai by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport is 4,836 km (3,005 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Mumbai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–BOM route include IndiGo. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Mumbai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–BOM was $250 USD with IndiGo (nonstop), departing 19 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Mumbai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $168 one-way, against $239 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Istanbul to Mumbai?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $168 with one stop against $250 nonstop, a saving of $82. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to India?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Mumbai?
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.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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