Sharjah to Mumbai (SHJ–BOM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SHJ–BOM is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Arabia and Air India Express lead the route. The flight covers 1,189 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 34 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 7 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express | 7 | 7M8 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Mumbai from Sharjah
| Metric | SHJ→BOM | DXB→BOM | RKT→BOM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHJ | – | 11 mi | 33 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 131 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 47m | 3h 10m |
Travel Essentials
SHJ: +04 · BOM: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharjah, it's 7.5:00 PM in Mumbai.
UAE passport holders need a visa to enter India. An eVisa is available online for tourism (up to 30, 90, or 365 days), business, and medical purposes. Apply through the Indian government's eVisa portal at least 4 days before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
eVisa holders must enter through designated airports. Declare cash over USD 5,000 or total currency over USD 10,000.
Ola and Uber are the practical options from BOM. Book from inside the terminal and follow signs to the designated pickup zone. To South Mumbai (Nariman Point/Churchgate), expect ₹400–700 and 45–90 minutes depending on traffic. To Bandra or Juhu, ₹200–350 in 20–40 minutes.Pre-paid taxis from the terminal cost slightly less but use older vehicles. Mumbai Local trains are accessible via auto-rickshaw to Andheri station (10 min, ₹80–100) then Western Line to Churchgate (50 min, ₹25); inexpensive but impractical with large luggage. Terminal 2 (international) and Terminal 1 (domestic) are adjacent but separate buildings.
Tropical monsoon climate. The Southwest Monsoon (June–September) brings some of the heaviest urban rainfall in the world. Mumbai regularly receives 2,000–3,000mm per season. Flooding of approach roads and reduced visibility cause frequent delays and diversions during July and August. The July 26, 2005 floods are the benchmark for worst-case disruption.
Dry season (November–May) is reliable with warm temperatures (22–35°C) and clear skies. May sees pre-monsoon heat and humidity (32–38°C). Cyclones in the Arabian Sea can affect the region in May–June and October–November. November through February is the most stable period.
SHJ–BOM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHJ to BOM
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia and Air India Express. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SHJ to BOM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHJ to BOM ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,189 miles (1,914 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 49 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
34 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via LKO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB), Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) and Fujairah (FJR).