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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,354
Typical prices: C$ 1,322-C$ 1,757
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 15/11Thu 18/1
BOM - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 784
Typical prices: C$ 800-C$ 1,391
Delta
Thu 4/10
BOM - SFO • 2 stops
Advice from real travellers
Air India is the most time-efficient nonstop option on Mumbai-San Francisco.
Bring headphones, food, and basic medicine for a more comfortable flight.
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Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between Mumbai and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 64% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 16% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,005 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mumbai to San Francisco (BOM-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Mumbai to San Francisco

Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 18 Jan
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5:15 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
23h 05m1 stop London Heathrow
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4:40 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
26h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,354Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 1 Dec
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4:25 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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2:55 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
28h 25m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
C$ 1,356Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 14 Feb - Mon, 9 Aug
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7:40 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
44h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:30 p.m. - 7:30 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
23h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,357British Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 6 Jan
Virgin Atlantic Logo
11:25 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
41h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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4:40 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,358Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 15 Oct - Thu, 25 Feb
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4:25 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:31 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
26h 59m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow
C$ 1,360Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 15 Oct - Fri, 15 Jan
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4:25 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:31 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
26h 59m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow
C$ 1,361Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 2 Mar
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5:15 a.m. - 8:18 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
28h 33m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:00 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
28h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow
C$ 1,363Virgin Atlantic
Wed, 10 Mar - Fri, 20 Aug
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6:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
21h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
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4:45 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
23h 15m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen
C$ 1,364Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 16 Feb
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4:25 a.m. - 11:40 p.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
31h 45m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
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1:00 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
30h 20m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
C$ 1,367Virgin Atlantic
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 6 Feb
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11:25 a.m. - 8:59 a.m.BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-SFO San Francisco
34h 04m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles
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1:00 p.m. - 8:50 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
30h 20m2 stops Los Angeles London Heathrow
C$ 1,368Virgin Atlantic
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Mumbai to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Mumbai to San Francisco with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Mumbai to San Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Mumbai to San Francisco start at C$ 1,354. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,322 to C$ 1,757. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,354 on Virgin Atlantic.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco at C$ 1,251 round-trip.
•July (C$ 1,743) and August (C$ 1,700) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Mumbai to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Mumbai to San Francisco are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Mumbai to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on BOM

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Mumbai to San Francisco flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

C$ 784
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Mumbai to San Francisco

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Flights from Mumbai to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Mumbai to San Francisco 
MITESHFlew with Air India-Jan 2024
Don’t go with any regular expectations. This is point a to point b. Put on your noise cancelling headphones, bring your own food, close your eyes and go. This is still the most efficient flight travel time wise.
amarjitFlew with Air India-Jan 2024
I would like to suggest before leaving your home, keep some medicine with you.

Your Mumbai to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Mumbai to San Francisco.

  • How long does a flight from Mumbai to San Francisco take?

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Mumbai to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Mumbai to San Francisco range from C$ 1,322 to C$ 1,757, with an average of C$ 1,489 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,322 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Mumbai to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 15% above the route average of C$ 1,489. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 1,005 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to C$ 1,374 for direct.

  • How does Air India's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Mumbai to San Francisco flights?

    Air India is the only airline operating Mumbai to San Francisco flights. 64% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?

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

  • Have flight prices from Mumbai to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,354 to C$ 12,240. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Mumbai to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Mumbai to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 793, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Mumbai to San Francisco?

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

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Mumbai to San Francisco route, 36% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 36 minutes.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Mumbai to San Francisco pass through?

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Mumbai to San Francisco route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,454 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,582, a difference of C$ 127. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Mumbai to San Francisco?

    Flying via Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra (CCU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 11m, compared with 21h 33m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and 21h 56m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Mumbai and San Francisco?

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

  • Which popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Mumbai to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,454 – about C$ 127 less than Sunday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mumbai to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 1,251 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 491 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kastrup Copenhagen Airport (CPH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 1,005 round-trip on this route – about C$ 370 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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