Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Alexandria: what you need to know
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2. The city is three hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai, where Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your BOM to Alexandria flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from BOM to Alexandria. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
BOM is about 13 kilometres from central Mumbai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to BOM? If you've booked an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
61.63% of flights that depart Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Alexandria
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria flight is ₹ 19,556. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 51,225. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from BOM to Alexandria. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BOM to Alexandria.
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Airports in Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The distance from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're jetting in on a late flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria. Relaxation Villa With Private Pool is one option close to HBE. Or check in and relax at Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria before travelling to your final destination.
Explore without limits with a Borg El Arab Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Avis or Sixt and find adventure across Alexandria and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Borg El Arab Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from BOM to Alexandria.
Best time to go to Alexandria
Before you book your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Alexandria offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Alexandria, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 21ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BOM to Alexandria around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Alexandria
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Alexandria right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Alexandria:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Montazah Palace Gardens, Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria and Pompey's Pillar are major attractions which should feature on any good Alexandria itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Alexandria. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
If there's time to check out another corner of Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed are key reasons to visit.