{ "response": { "Key": "BOM-SFO", "orig": { "code": "BOM", "type": "airport", "city": "Mumbai", "fullCity": "Mumbai, India", "airport": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "SFO", "type": "airport", "city": "San Francisco", "fullCity": "San Francisco, California", "airport": "San Francisco Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights from Mumbai (BOM) to San Francisco (SFO). The fastest way across is a one-stop connection, with typical total travel times around 24 hours 40 minutes and fares from about $800. Common routings go through European hubs like Frankfurt, Zurich, or London, or via Middle Eastern or Asian gateways such as Doha or Hong Kong.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options", "redeye_flights" ] }, "q3": { "question": "What are the ground transportation options in San Francisco?", "answer": "At SFO, BART rapid rail is the fastest and most-used option to downtown San Francisco, with the station in the International Terminal connected by AirTrain. Ride-share services like Lyft and Uber pick up on Level 5 of the Domestic Garage, while taxis are at the arrivals center islands. Waymo autonomous rides are available for select passengers at the Rental Car Center. Rental cars are accessible via the AirTrain Blue Line, and many hotels offer complimentary shuttles. BART is generally the quickest and most popular choice for getting to the city center.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/ground-transportation", "title": "Ground Transportation | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-04-08T21:19:40Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/de/node/10188", "title": "Ground Transportation | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-04-08T21:19:40Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SFO", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-27T05:13:36Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco_International_Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:52:09Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flysfo.com/pt-br", "title": "Home Page | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "No overnight (red‑eye) flights are available from Mumbai to San Francisco — neither nonstop nor connecting itineraries with a red‑eye long leg operate on this route.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "There are no nonstop flights between Mumbai and San Francisco, but several major airlines offer one-stop connections. Lufthansa, United, Air France, KLM, ANA, and Cathay Pacific each operate routings through their respective hubs—Frankfurt, Zurich (for LX/UA), Paris, Amsterdam, Tokyo, or Hong Kong—with typical daily frequencies of one or two flights per carrier. Per-carrier fares are not available in the schedule data for this route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Mumbai and San Francisco?", "answer": "Common layover hubs for Mumbai to San Francisco include Dubai, Doha, London, and Frankfurt. Dubai and Doha offer efficient one‑stop itineraries with world‑class amenities and visa‑free transit for many nationalities. London and Frankfurt provide broad connections and are well‑suited for travelers who prefer European stopovers, though you may need a transit visa depending on your passport." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to San Francisco?", "answer": "September and October offer the warmest, sunniest weather with thinner tourist numbers." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "Bring a passport with at least six months validity, a valid U.S. visa or ESTA authorization, proof of onward or return travel, and a payment method for baggage. Check if any vaccination certificates are required." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in San Francisco?", "answer": "San Francisco International is the only major commercial airport serving the city. It is located 13 miles south of downtown and offers direct BART rail access." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "From downtown Mumbai, the fastest and most popular way to reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is by taxi or ride‑share (Uber/Ola), with pick‑up points at both terminals. The new Metro Line 3 connects directly to T2 and T1 via dedicated airport stations, offering a quick and affordable option. City buses run from Vile Parle and Andheri stations to both terminals, while the suburban railway stops at Vile Parle (for T1) and Andheri (for T2), though trains can be extremely crowded. Driving and parking are possible but traffic is unpredictable, so allow extra time.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://airport-suppliers.com/airport/chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-international-airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - Airport Suppliers", "time_published": "2025-08-21T08:29:33Z" }, { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/airport-facilities/transport", "title": "Transport Facility at Mumbai Airport: Cabs, Taxi, Inter terminal Bus, Auto Rickshaw & more", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1343053771&oldid=1340819388&title=Chhatrapati_Shivaji_Maharaj_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-02-27T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhatrapati_Shivaji_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T11:49:22Z" }, { "url": "https://civilaviation.gov.in/taxonomy/term/208", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai | Ministry of Civil Aviation", "time_published": "2026-04-30T11:04:08Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San Francisco airport?", "answer": "San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has an on-site hotel, the Grand Hyatt at SFO, located within the airport and accessible via the AirTrain without needing a shuttle. There are no capsule hotels or sleeping pods, but hourly nap rooms and showers are available in the International Terminal. Several nearby hotels like the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront and The Westin San Francisco Airport offer complimentary shuttle service to and from the terminals.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-francisco-airport-guide.htm", "title": "San Francisco Airport Guide (SFO) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:42Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sfobg-san-francisco-airport-marriott-waterfront/overview/?EM=DNM_SANFRANCISCOAIRPORTMARRIOTT.COM", "title": "SFO Airport Hotel | San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sfowi-the-westin-san-francisco-airport/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0", "title": "The Westin San Francisco Airport (Official Site) - SFO Hotel", "time_published": "2025-02-19T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flysfo.com/passengers/shop-dine-relax?content_type=things_to_do&location=3&sort_by=random", "title": "Shop/Dine/Relax | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2025-10-22T23:13:26Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flysfo.com/passengers/shop-dine-relax?content_type=All&gate_area=All&https://www.flysfo.com/passengers/shop-dine-relax?https://www_flysfo_com/passengers/shop-dine-relax?https://www_flysfo_com/passengers/shop-dine-relax?location=2&location=1659&security=All&service_tags=All&sort_by=random", "title": "Shop/Dine/Relax | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2025-10-22T23:13:26Z" }, { "url": "http://www.flysfo.com/de/node/14691", "title": "Press Releases | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2025-07-09T15:54:20Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at San Francisco Intl Airport?", "answer": "San Francisco International Airport (SFO) offers currency exchange services, a prayer room in the Reflection Room, and free Wi‑Fi throughout the terminals. The Reflection Room is located in the International Terminal and serves as a quiet space for prayer and meditation. Free Wi‑Fi is available airport‑wide, and currency exchange counters can be found in the International Terminal and other locations.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/shop-dine-relax", "title": "Shop/Dine/Relax | San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-03-12T16:15:43Z" }, { "url": "http://www.flysfo.com/welcome-terminal-3", "title": "Welcome to Terminal 3 | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "http://www.flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-05-08T21:34:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco_International_Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:52:09Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San%20Francisco%20International%20Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-28T21:12:40Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/services-amenities", "title": "Services & Amenities | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-03-03T22:32:54Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q16": { "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Mumbai and San Francisco airports?", "answer": "At Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), travelers with disabilities can request wheelchair assistance and mobility support through their airline at least 48 hours in advance, with dedicated help desks at Departure Gate 2 in Terminal 1 and Departure Gate 1 in Terminal 2. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) provides wheelchair and guided assistance arranged via the airline, along with a sensory room in Harvey Milk Terminal 1 designed for neurodivergent travelers and their families, featuring a quiet area, active area, and a realistic aircraft cabin experience. SFO also offers adult changing tables in companion care restrooms, ramps, TTY phones, and visual paging, while specific children's play areas are not highlighted, though the sensory room serves as a calming pre-flight space for kids.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/airport-facilities/special-assistance", "title": "Special Assistance Facility at Mumbai Airport (BOM)", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png" }, { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com", "title": "Mumbai International Airport (BOM) | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png" }, { "url": "https://airport-suppliers.com/airport/chhatrapati-shivaji-maharaj-international-airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport - Airport Suppliers", "time_published": "2025-08-21T08:29:33Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chhatrapati_Shivaji_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-16T11:49:22Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?diff=1343053771&oldid=1338809574&title=Chhatrapati_Shivaji_Maharaj_International_Airport", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Difference between revisions - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2026-02-17T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/services-amenities/accessibility", "title": "Accessibility | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-07-15T18:51:14Z" }, { "url": "https://www.flysfo.com/about/contact-sfo", "title": "Contact SFO | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://www.flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-04-15T15:55:46Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SFO", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-27T05:13:36Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco_International_Airport", "title": "San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-18T07:52:09Z" }, { "url": "https://flysfo.com/passengers/services-amenities/accessibility/at-sfo", "title": "At SFO | San Francisco International Airport", "favicon": "https://flysfo.com/themes/custom/blueskies/favicon.ico", "time_published": "2026-05-21T22:27:23Z" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "No nonstop flights operate between Mumbai and San Francisco, so travelers connect through hubs in Europe, the Middle East, or Asia. On the long leg, the most common aircraft are the Boeing 777-300ER and Boeing 777, with the Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 747-8I, Boeing 787-10, and Airbus A350-900 also appearing. The exact aircraft can vary by airline and day; Wi-Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on these long-haul jets.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "Star Alliance (via Lufthansa, United, ANA, Swiss, Air Canada, and Turkish), SkyTeam (via Air France and KLM), and Oneworld (via British Airways, Cathay Pacific, American, and Qatar Airways) all serve the Mumbai–San Francisco route with one-stop connections, while Emirates operates without any alliance affiliation.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "route_options", "article_lookup" ] }, "q20": { "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Mumbai?", "answer": "When departing from Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), international travelers in Terminal 2 have access to several lounges, including the Adani Lounge East, the Travel Club Lounge, and the Adani Silver Lounge. Priority Pass members can use the Loyalty Lounge and the Aviserv Lounge (with east and west locations), which offer buffet dining, complimentary Wi-Fi, and 24-hour access. The Centurion Lounge is temporarily closed. Access is typically available to business-class passengers, elite status holders, or via day pass or membership programs like Priority Pass.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-in/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOM", "title": "American Express Lounges at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport | Amex IN", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://americanexpress.com/en-us/travel/lounges/the-platinum-card/BOM", "title": "American Express Lounges at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport | Amex US", "favicon": "https://www.americanexpress.com/apple-touch-icon-152x152.png" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/india/chhatrapati-shivaji-international", "title": "Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport BOM Lounges - BOM Airport Guide and lounges. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2024-11-05T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://www.prioritypass.com/airport-guides/mumbai-chattrapathi-shivaji/t-2", "title": "Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl BOM T2 - Lounges and info. | Priority Pass", "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com", "title": "Mumbai International Airport (BOM) | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport", "favicon": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/assets/mumbai/images/favicon-16x16.png" } ], "methodology": "Airport details are drawn from the sources listed with this answer, primarily the airport operator's official website along with airline, lounge-operator and transit-authority pages, collected by our research process and refreshed periodically. Only information found in those sources is used; where a source does not cover a topic it is left out rather than guessed." }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "Baggage allowance from Mumbai to San Francisco depends on the airline and fare class. Basic economy tickets are often restrictive and may not include a checked bag. Standard international economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry‑on." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mumbai to San Francisco?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Mumbai to San Francisco typically offer Economy, Premium Economy, and flat-bed Business class." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary by airline and fare; flexible tickets and premium cabins often allow same‑day changes or standby, while restrictive economy fares typically do not." } } } }