Mumbai to Chicago (BOM–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

BOM Airport Page →
airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 20 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between BOM and ORD. Nearest airports to BOM with scheduled service: Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI, 15 mi) · Pune International Airport (PNQ, 77 mi) · Nashik International Airport (ISK, 98 mi)
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✈ Nonstop

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
AUH Abu Dhabi 18h 40m 6EAIEY → EY Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Chicago flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 18h 48m ACAIAZ → 3S5YAC Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Chicago flights
AMS Amsterdam 19h 3m 6EAFCI → ACAFKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Chicago flights
IST Istanbul 19h 3m 6ETK → 6EHYPK Istanbul (IST) to Chicago flights
DXB Dubai 19h 26m 6EAIEK → EK Dubai (DXB) to Chicago flights
LHR London 19h 35m 6EACAI → AAAYBA London (LHR) to Chicago flights
FCO Rome 20h 2m AI → AAACAY Rome (FCO) to Chicago flights
CPH Copenhagen 20h 8m SK → EKSK Copenhagen (CPH) to Chicago flights
AMM Amman 20h 30m RJ → RJWY Amman (AMM) to Chicago flights
MUC Munich 20h 40m AIAZLH → LHUA Munich (MUC) to Chicago flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Mumbai to Chicago
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-10.5h behind

While no nonstop service exists between BOM and ORD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore Browse available seat maps BOM Routes ORD Routes BOM Live Flights ORD Live Flights ORD Delays
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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for BOM to ORD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
AUH ~18h 40m FRA ~18h 48m AMS ~19h 3m IST ~19h 3m DXB ~19h 26m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,532
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BOM → ORD
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
94%
Return
ORD → BOM
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORD delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-10.5h
Chicago is 10.5 hours behind Mumbai.
BOM: IST · ORD: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Mumbai, it's 7.5:00 AM in Chicago.
Visa & Entry

Indian passport holders need a visa to enter the United States. The B-1/B-2 tourist and business visa is the standard category. Apply online through the DS-160 form at ceac.state.gov, pay the $185 application fee, and schedule an in-person interview at a US consulate in India. Interview wait times vary by city and season. Check ustraveldocs.com/in for current wait times.

B-1/B-2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries. Each stay is limited to 6 months as determined by the CBP officer at entry. Indian nationals are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program or ESTA. There is no visa on arrival.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to BOM

Mumbai Metro Line 1 (Versova–Ghatkopar) does not serve the airport directly.Currently, Mumbai Local Train (Western Line to Andheri station) plus an auto-rickshaw or taxi to the terminal is a low-cost route (₹15–50 for train, ₹80–120 for rickshaw).App-based cabs (Ola, Uber) cost ₹300–600 from South Mumbai or Bandra depending on traffic. The airport is 30km from Nariman Point/Churchgate; traffic is severe most of the day. Midnight–5am is the most reliable travel window. Black-and-yellow taxis are metered and less comfortable than app cabs.

Getting from ORD

CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.

Chicago Climate

Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.

Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

BOM–ORD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mumbai to Chicago route.
Route details
Time difference-10.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: BOM
Full nameChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
IATA / ICAOBOM / VABB
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr54.8M
Elevation39 ft / 12 m
Destination: ORD
Full nameChicago O'Hare International Airport
IATA / ICAOORD / KORD
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr80.0M
Elevation680 ft / 207 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BOM to ORD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Zayed, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to ORD and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Chicago is 10.5 hours behind Mumbai.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zayed, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.