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About 20h 5m at the quickest, 34h 47m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Mumbai and San Francisco in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Cathay Pacific Airways, EVA Airways, British Airways
Time difference
San Francisco (Pacific Time) is 12.5 hours behind Mumbai during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 13.5 hours behind the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.
This week's live check
Checked October 11, 2026
A real search for Mumbai to San Francisco, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 22 and returning Dec 6. 1414 options came back.
There is no nonstop between Mumbai and San Francisco, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 20h 5m; a typical itinerary takes about 34h 47m.
The most common connections are through Dubai, London, Frankfurt and Hong Kong, with the fastest one-stop options via Hong Kong at about 21h.
In our live search on October 11, 2026, 1414 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,131 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.
Airlines serving this market
Cathay Pacific Airways
One-stop itineraries, often with a partner airline on one of the legs.
EVA Airways
One-stop itineraries, often with a partner airline on one of the legs.
British Airways
One stop, connecting in London Heathrow.
Which connection works best from Mumbai?
Dubai (fastest about 22h 50m), London (fastest about 23h 5m), Frankfurt (fastest about 23h 15m), Hong Kong (fastest about 21h) came up most often in our latest search. Gulf hubs usually give the shortest total time; European hubs can work better on price, baggage or schedule. We also check the layover length, terminal changes and transit visa rules for your passport before you book.
When should you book?
Departures from Mumbai to the USA are busiest in May and June, when parents visit family for the summer, and in late July and August for students starting the fall semester. November to February is the most comfortable time in Mumbai. Book peak dates early; February to April and October to November usually price better.
Origin airport
Departing from Mumbai (BOM)
Terminal 2 handles international flights and most domestic ones. Immigration can be slow during the late-night arrival wave, so leave a buffer before any onward flight.
Destination airport
Arriving in San Francisco (SFO)
Long-haul flights leave from the International Terminal, Boarding Areas A and G. BART stops at the airport, so you can arrive without a car.
Traveling with family?
With a connection, we look for itineraries that keep the family on one ticket with a comfortable layover, and request seats together on both flights where the fare allows it.
Student / long-stay fares
Students starting a semester in San Francisco can compare one-way and open-return fares and the two-bag allowance most airlines give on India–USA routes.
Premium Economy & Business Class
Business and Premium Economy availability on Mumbai–San Francisco depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.
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No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once, most often in Dubai, London and Frankfurt.
About 20h 5m at the quickest and about 34h 47m for a typical itinerary, including any connection.
Cathay Pacific Airways, EVA Airways and British Airways came up most often among the cheapest options in our latest search.
In our live search on October 11, 2026, round-trip economy started at $1,131, with typical fares around $1,131, taxes included. Your price depends on the dates, so search yours or ask us for a quote.
Indian passport holders should check transit visa rules for the connecting hub; most Gulf hubs and, since June 2026, Germany's main airports don't require one when you stay airside. Travelers holding a valid U.S. visa are also generally exempt in the UK and most Schengen hubs. We check the rule for your exact routing.
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