Mumbai to San Francisco at a glance
The lowest fare our scanner has seen from Mumbai to San Francisco in the last two weeks is ₹87,480 (return, 14 nights) for Thu 17 Dec, about the usual price.
Of the months we have prices for, December is the cheapest and January the dearest.
The cheapest fares we see stop on the way, usually in London, Paris and Dubai, and take from 22h 05m.
San Francisco has its best weather from September to October.
Common stops: London, Paris, DubaiCheapest airlines lately: British Airways, Air France, Emirates, Cathay Pacific
Month by month: fares, weather and what's on
The cheapest fare our scanner has seen in each month over the last two weeks (return, 14 nights), with San Francisco's weather and the dates that move prices. The live calendar at the top prices any month and trip length on demand.
| Month | Cheapest fare seen | Weather | Season | What's on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026Best weather | Check live above | 22° / 12°mostly dry, 33 mm | Peak | Dussehra |
| November 2026 | Check live above | 18° / 10°some rain, 61 mm | Shoulder | DiwaliThanksgiving |
| December 2026 | ₹87,480 return, 14 nights · Thu 17 Dec | 14° / 8°rainy spells, 129 mm | Shoulder | Christmas and New Year |
| January 2027 | ₹97,950 return, 14 nights · Sat 30 Jan | 14° / 8°rainy spells, 124 mm | Off-season | Christmas and New YearRepublic Day weekend |
| February 2027 | Check live above | 15° / 8°rainy spells, 95 mm | Off-season | Rainy season: mild (13-16°C), and the hills turn green. |
| March 2027 | Check live above | 16° / 8°rainy spells, 107 mm | Shoulder | HoliGood Friday weekend |
| April 2027 | Check live above | 17° / 9°mostly dry, 31 mm | Shoulder | Indian summer holidays |
| May 2027 | Check live above | 19° / 11°dry, 18 mm | Shoulder | Indian summer holidays |
| June 2027 | Check live above | 21° / 12°dry, 1 mm | Peak | Indian summer holidays |
| July 2027 | Check live above | 22° / 13°dry, 0 mm | Peak | Fourth of JulyStudent rush |
| August 2027 | Check live above | 23° / 14°dry, 1 mm | Peak | Student rush |
| September 2027Best weather | Check live above | 24° / 14°dry, 4 mm | Peak | September and October are the city's warmest, sunniest months, its real summer. |
Dates to plan around
Festivals and holidays in San Francisco, and the rushes that push up fares out of Mumbai.
- 20 OctDussehraDussehra falls on Tuesday 20 Oct: many take the Monday off for a four-day weekend, so short trips abroad cost more that week.
- 6–10 NovDiwaliDiwali (Lakshmi Puja on Sunday 8 Nov): the busiest travel week of the autumn. Fares out of India rise, and short trips to Dubai, Bangkok and Singapore book up.
- 25–29 NovThanksgivingThanksgiving (Thursday 26 Nov): the busiest travel days of the US year fall around it, and many shops close on the day.
- 19 Dec – 3 JanChristmas and New YearThe priciest fortnight of the year to fly out of India: school holidays, Christmas and New Year all at once. Book early or go just before or after.
- 23–26 JanRepublic Day weekendRepublic Day falls on Tuesday 26 Jan: take the Monday off and it's a four-day weekend, so short trips abroad book up.
- 22–23 MarHoliHoli (22-23 Mar) and Good Friday (26 Mar) fall in the same week, a favourite week for short trips abroad, so fares rise.
- 26–28 MarGood Friday weekendGood Friday (26 Mar) makes a long weekend in India, just after Holi.
- 15 Apr – 15 Jun · expectedIndian summer holidaysSchool holidays (roughly mid-April to mid-June, varying by state): outbound family travel peaks and fares climb, especially to the Gulf, Southeast Asia and Europe.
- 3–5 JulFourth of JulyIndependence Day falls on a Sunday, so Monday 5 Jul is the holiday: fireworks, and busy roads and airports.
- 20 Jul – 31 Aug · expectedStudent rushThousands of Indian students fly out for autumn intakes, so fares from India to the US, UK, Canada, Australia and Europe peak from late July through August.
Good to know
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to San Francisco?
Of the months our scanner has priced, December 2026 is the cheapest: ₹87,480 (return, 14 nights) for Thu 17 Dec. Fares change daily; the live calendar at the top of this page prices every month on demand.
How long is the flight from Mumbai to San Francisco?
Among the cheapest fares we see, the quickest takes about 22h 05m with a stop.
Which airlines fly from Mumbai to San Francisco?
Recently the cheapest fares were on British Airways, Air France, Emirates, Cathay Pacific and SWISS.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
The best weather in San Francisco is from September to October. September and October are the city's warmest, sunniest months, its real summer. Peak season, with the most visitors and the highest hotel prices, is June to October. The quietest months are January to February.
How far ahead should I book Mumbai to San Francisco flights?
There has been no last-minute jump on North America routes: fares under 2 weeks out were 13% lower than earlier. Seats can still sell out, so don't count on it.
When do fares out of Mumbai go up?
Dussehra (20 Oct): Dussehra falls on Tuesday 20 Oct: many take the Monday off for a four-day weekend, so short trips abroad cost more that week. Diwali (6–10 Nov): Diwali (Lakshmi Puja on Sunday 8 Nov): the busiest travel week of the autumn. Fares out of India rise, and short trips to Dubai, Bangkok and Singapore book up. Christmas and New Year (19 Dec – 3 Jan): The priciest fortnight of the year to fly out of India: school holidays, Christmas and New Year all at once. Book early or go just before or after.