Zurich to Mumbai (ZRH–BOM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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ZRH–BOM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Swiss leads the route. The flight covers 4,064 miles in approximately 8h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX Swiss Also: AI | 7 | 333 | 8h30 | – | Star Alliance | AI |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · BOM: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 9.5:00 PM in Mumbai.
Swiss passport holders need an eVisa to enter India. Apply through the official portal at indianvisaonline.gov.in at least 4 days before departure. The eTourist visa costs USD 25 for 30-day stays or USD 40 for 1-year multiple entry. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least 2 blank pages. Biometrics are collected on arrival at eligible airports including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
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.
ZRH–BOM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to BOM
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) are connected by nonstop service from Swiss. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ZRH to BOM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to BOM is about 8 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,064 miles (6,540 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Hamad and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.