Mumbai to Jaipur Flights
Mumbai to Jaipur flights connect India's financial capital with one of the country's leading centres for gemstones and jewellery manufacturing. Trade in this industry keeps business travellers moving between the jewellery markets of Mumbai and the cutting and manufacturing units of Jaipur. Jaipur is also a popular destination wedding location for Mumbai based families, and its palaces and forts are often used by film and television productions from Mumbai. 16 flights operate on the Mumbai to Jaipur route each day, mainly on Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, IndiGo, SpiceJet, with one way fares on MakeMyTrip starting from ₹7210.
Mumbai to Jaipur Route Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | Approximately 970 km (aerial) |
| Average flight duration | 1 hr 35 mins |
| Daily flights | 16 |
| Key airlines | Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, IndiGo, SpiceJet |
| Departure airports | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM); Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) |
| Arrival airport | Jaipur International Airport (JAI) |
| Starting one way fare | ₹7210 |
Mumbai is served by two airports. Most Mumbai to Jaipur flights depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, while a smaller number may depart from Navi Mumbai International Airport as its schedule grows, so travellers should check the departure airport on the ticket. Jaipur has only one airport, so all flights arrive at the same place.
Airlines on Mumbai to Jaipur Flights
- IndiGo is a major carrier on the Mumbai to Jaipur sector, with regular direct services connecting the two cities.
- Air India also operates flights on this route, providing passengers with another option for nonstop travel between Mumbai and Jaipur.
- SpiceJet and Akasa Air also serve the Mumbai to Jaipur sector, with their flight schedules varying according to current operations and demand.
Fare Trends on Mumbai to Jaipur Flights
Fares on Mumbai to Jaipur flights rise noticeably during the winter wedding season, from about November to February, when many destination weddings take place at Jaipur's palaces and heritage properties. Diwali and the Republic Day and Independence Day long weekends also push fares above the yearly average. At other times, steady gem and jewellery trade travel keeps demand fairly even through the week.
Ways to manage the cost of Mumbai to Jaipur flights are listed below:
- Book 3–4 weeks in advance where possible, and much earlier for travel during the winter wedding season.
- Fly midweek, as Tuesday and Wednesday departures are generally cheaper than weekend flights. Compare fares from both Mumbai airports before booking, as fares can differ between the two.
- Use fare alerts on MakeMyTrip to track price movement rather than checking manually.
- Consider a round trip booking, which can sometimes cost less than two separate one way fares.
How to Book Mumbai to Jaipur Flights on MakeMyTrip
- Log in to MakeMyTrip, or continue as a guest.
- Enter Mumbai as the origin and Jaipur as the destination, along with the travel dates and passenger count.
- Browse the list of available flights, sorted by price, duration, or departure time, and apply filters such as departure airport or a preferred airline.
- Select a fare bucket based on how much flexibility is needed around cancellation and date change.
- Complete passenger details and payment, applying an eligible promo code at checkout.
- Download the e-ticket, and closer to the travel date, complete web check in ahead of arriving at the airport.
Baggage Allowance
Baggage rules vary slightly by airline and fare class. The general limits for economy fares on Mumbai to Jaipur flights are listed below:- Cabin baggage: typically 7 kg across most carriers.
- Check in baggage: usually 15 kg on base economy fares, rising to 20 to 25 kg on premium or flexible fare types.
- Additional baggage bought online in advance generally costs less than the airport rate.
- Wedding parties often travel with gifts, decor items or formal wear and should check the airline's excess baggage rate in advance.
Documents Required at Check-In
Passengers should carry their e-ticket or booking confirmation along with a valid government-issued photo ID for check-in. Commonly accepted IDs for domestic flights in India include an Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, or driving licence. The name on the identification document should match the passenger name on the booking. Travellers may be asked to show these documents at the airport check-in counter and security screening, so keeping a physical or accessible digital copy of the booking confirmation is advisable.
Mumbai and Jaipur Airports
Most Mumbai to Jaipur flights depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai, while Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) also handles some services. Online check-in generally opens before departure, depending on the airline, while airport check-in counters have their own closing times. Jaipur International Airport (JAI) provides facilities such as prepaid taxi services, car rental desks and wheelchair assistance for passengers who require it.
Best Time to Fly and Weather Considerations
Summer in Jaipur lasts roughly from April to June and is much hotter and drier than in Mumbai, but the heat has little effect on flight schedules. Winter fog at either airport in December and January can sometimes cause delays, and this period also falls in the peak wedding season. Travellers should therefore check the flight status before leaving for the airport during these months. At other times of the year, Mumbai to Jaipur flights face fewer weather related disruptions than some other domestic routes.
Refunds for Cancelled or Rescheduled Flights
How a cancelled or rescheduled flight is resolved depends on the operating airline's own rules rather than one blanket MakeMyTrip policy. Where the airline itself cancels or reschedules a flight, the usual options are a full refund, a free switch to another flight, or credit held toward a later trip. Airline triggered refunds typically reach the original payment method within 7 to 10 working days. If the passenger cancels instead, the cancellation charge tied to that fare type is deducted before the remainder is refunded. The status of a refund already in progress can be tracked from the My Trips section of the account used to make the booking.
Group and Corporate Bookings
Groups of ten or more passengers travelling together on the Mumbai to Jaipur route can be arranged through MakeMyTrip's group booking desk, which coordinates with the airline on seat blocks and a combined fare. This is often used by wedding parties travelling together for a destination celebration in Jaipur, as well as by jewellery trading businesses coordinating staff travel. Corporate travellers get access to consolidated invoicing and GST compliant billing through a registered account. Group fares are quoted case by case depending on seat availability at the time of the request, so a quote should be treated as provisional until it is confirmed.
Quick Summary
- Nonstop Mumbai to Jaipur flights take approximately 1 hr 35 mins across a distance of about 970 km.
- Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, IndiGo, SpiceJet operate daily flights, departing from either of Mumbai's two airports.
- Fares rise sharply during the winter wedding season, which is also Jaipur's peak period for destination weddings.
- Gem and jewellery trade travel keeps demand fairly steady outside the peak wedding and festival periods.
- Jaipur has a single airport, which becomes much busier during the winter wedding season.