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Mumbai to Washington, D.C.

From 20h 20m, with a stop9h 30m behind IndiaBest weather Apr–May and Sep–OctFrom ₹79,638 return, 14 nights
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Mumbai to Washington, D.C. at a glance

The lowest fare our scanner has seen from Mumbai to Washington, D.C. in the last two weeks is ₹79,638 (return, 14 nights) for Mon 9 Nov, about 10% over the usual price.

The cheapest fares we see stop on the way, usually in Abu Dhabi, Copenhagen and Addis Ababa, and take from 20h 20m.

Washington, D.C. has its best weather from April to May and September to October.

Common stops: Abu Dhabi, Copenhagen, Addis AbabaCheapest airlines lately: Etihad, Scandinavian Airlines, Akasa Air, Ethiopian

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 Washington, D.C.'s weather and the dates that move prices. The live calendar at the top prices any month and trip length on demand.

MonthCheapest fare seenWeatherSeasonWhat's on
October 2026Best weather Check live above 20° / 11°some rain, 80 mm Shoulder
Dussehra
November 2026 ₹79,638 return, 14 nights · Mon 9 Nov 13° / 4°some rain, 70 mm Shoulder
DiwaliThanksgiving
December 2026 Check live above 8° / 0°rainy spells, 91 mm Shoulder
Christmas and New Year
January 2027 Check live above 6° / -2°some rain, 82 mm Off-season
Christmas and New YearRepublic Day weekend
February 2027 Check live above 9° / 0°some rain, 83 mm Off-season
Winter: 0-7°C with occasional snow.
March 2027 Check live above 14° / 3°some rain, 82 mm Peak
HoliGood Friday weekend
April 2027Best weather Check live above 19° / 8°rainy spells, 93 mm Peak
Indian summer holidays
May 2027Best weather Check live above 24° / 13°rainy spells, 129 mm Peak
Indian summer holidays
June 2027 Check live above 29° / 18°rainy spells, 108 mm Shoulder
Indian summer holidays
July 2027 Check live above 32° / 21°rainy spells, 148 mm Shoulder
Fourth of JulyStudent rush
August 2027 Check live above 30° / 20°rainy spells, 128 mm Off-season
Student rush
September 2027Best weather Check live above 26° / 17°rainy spells, 127 mm Shoulder
Autumn: mild and clear, good for the museums and memorials.

Dates to plan around

Festivals and holidays in Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.?

Of the months our scanner has priced, November 2026 is the cheapest: ₹79,638 (return, 14 nights) for Mon 9 Nov. 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 Washington, D.C.?

Among the cheapest fares we see, the quickest takes about 20h 20m with a stop.

Which airlines fly from Mumbai to Washington, D.C.?

Recently the cheapest fares were on Etihad, Scandinavian Airlines, Akasa Air, Ethiopian and KLM.

When is the best time to visit Washington, D.C.?

The best weather in Washington, D.C. is from April to May and September to October. Cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin, usually peaking from late March to early April: the city's busiest weeks. Peak season, with the most visitors and the highest hotel prices, is March to May. The quietest months are January to February and August.

How far ahead should I book Mumbai to Washington, D.C. 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.

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