How To Reach Europe From Mumbai

Which Is The Best Way To Reach Europe From Mumbai?

How To Reach Europe From Mumbai By Flight: Step by Step

• Get your passport ready: Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned return date.
• Apply for a Schengen visa or UK visa: If you are visiting Schengen Zone countries (most of Western and Central Europe) you will need a Schengen visa. A separate UK Standard Visitor Visa is required for the UK. 
• Book your flights: Once your visa is approved, book your Mumbai to Europe flight. Compare direct and connecting options. If you are joining WanderOn’s Europe group tour packages, the tour dates will guide your booking window.
• Reach Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: Terminal 2 (T2) handles all international departures from Mumbai. Plan to reach the airport at least 3 hours before your flight.
• Board your flight and arrive in Europe: Most direct flights from Mumbai depart in the late evening or early morning. If you are on a connecting flight, your first leg to the Middle East typically departs in the evening with the onward connection to Europe departing late at night or early in the morning.

Where In Europe Can You Fly Direct From Mumbai?

Connecting Flights from Mumbai to Europe

Mumbai To Europe Flight Ticket Price

Europe Tour Packages From Mumbai

How To Get The Best Fares For A Mumbai To Europe Flight

• Book 8 to 12 weeks in advance for the best prices for your Mumbai to Europe trip.
• Flights from Mumbai to Europe tend to be cheapest between January and March and again from September to November.
• Set fare alerts on Google Flights or Skyscanner for your preferred Mumbai to Europe route to catch price drops.
• The cheapest flights to Europe from India fly mid-week, as Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be cheaper than weekend departures.
• Compare direct and one-stop options every time. A one-stop flight via Dubai or Doha can save you 30 to 40 percent on the same route.
• Look for multi-city or open-jaw tickets if your Europe itinerary covers more than one country. Flying into Paris and out of Rome, for example, can save both time and money compared to a return to the same city.

Travel Tips For Flying From Mumbai To Europe

• Currency exchange at the airport is expensive: Get your euros or pounds exchanged in the city before heading to the airport.
• Carry a printed copy of your visa and hotel bookings: While digital copies work at most European immigration counters, some countries still ask for printed documents. 
• Check baggage allowance carefully: European carriers and Middle Eastern carriers have different baggage policies.
• Download offline maps for your destination: Airport Wi-Fi in Europe is not always reliable. Having offline maps of your arrival city on Google Maps saves time and confusion.
• Carry a universal power adapter: Europe uses Type C and F sockets, not Indian Type D. Our travellers say buying one in Mumbai costs a fraction of what European airport shops charge.
• Pack basic medicines from India: Paracetamol and stomach tablets are over-the-counter in India but often need a prescription in European countries. A small medical kit has saved many of our travellers from unnecessary pharmacy hunts abroad.

Schengen Visa Process For Mumbai Travellers

• Visa fee: EUR 80 (approximately INR 6,800) plus VFS service charge of INR 2,000 to INR 2,500
• Processing time: Usually 15 to 20 working days; some embassies clear Mumbai applications in 7 to 10 days during off-peak months
• When to apply: 4 to 6 weeks before your travel date; start 8 weeks early during peak season
• Travel insurance: Mandatory, minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid across all Schengen countries
• Documents needed: Passport (valid 3+ months beyond return), visa form, passport photos, round-trip flight booking from Mumbai, hotel reservations, travel insurance, bank statements (3 to 6 months), ITR (2 to 3 years), employer leave letter or business proof, and a cover letter with your itinerary
• Biometrics: Fingerprints and photo taken at the VFS centre on your appointment date
• Tip from our travellers: Bank statements should show steady savings built over months, a last-minute lump deposit raises red flags with embassies
• For UK travel: The UK sits outside the Schengen zone and needs a separate Standard Visitor Visa (GBP 100, roughly INR 10,500)Apply through VFS Global at the same Lower Parel office. Processing takes about 3 weeks.