Flight Routes from Kuwait to Mumbai

Mumbai's bustling charm

Mumbai is a special place to visit. The unique architecture around the city is something to behold. 

When to arrive

The region around Mumbai has three seasons. The moderate climate in winter, which is from November through February, makes this the favourite season to go. Due to the weather during the Monsoon season from June to September, this period is often avoided. Summers are hot and dry with frequent smog.

If you like to explore the differences in culture then arriving in time for festivals and holidays might be perfect. Ten days of celebrations occur between August to September. This festival is called Ganesh Chaturthi. The festival of lights, known as Diwali, is held in October. If you like lots of lights and fireworks then this is the perfect time to visit Mumbai.

Before your holiday

Contact the Indian High Commission to get information on obtaining your travel visa. It is recommended to update your vaccines. If you have breathing problems the dry season can cause major issues due to the smog.

Most travellers won't drink the water in India. They will also stick to fried or boiled food, as well as peeled fruit and vegetables. It is much cheaper to live in India than at home. You can get a cheap meal for about two pounds, which is approximately 200 Rupees.

Local knowledge

The airport in Mumbai is located approximately 28 kilometres from the city. The easiest way to get there is by using a prepaid taxi, which is somewhere between 450 to 800 Rupees.

Taxi fares to visit tourist spots, as well as other places are cheaper and only cost about 21 Rupees for the first 1.5 kilometres then about 1 Rupee for every 100 metres after that. A bus ticket requires you to have a smart photo ID card and will cost you approximately 70 Rupees for a 24-hour pass.

If you head towards Colaba or South Mumbai you will find budget guest houses. Staying inside Mumbai is pretty expensive. A 3-star hotel is around 4000 Rupees per night, per person while a hostel is only about 250 Rupees a night for one person.

Although the city can be more expensive than other places in India, it is possible to go on holiday in Mumbai on a budget.