SkyTeam airline Saudia offers flights from Washington D.C. to Mumbai starting at US$624 (~€532). The two included checked bags make this fare even more attractive. Saudia is a full-service carrier, although alcohol is not allowed onboard.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days. It will forward you to Saudia with your preselected flight dates. You can also check what OTAs have to offer, as they sell these tickets up to US$62 (~€53) cheaper.
You would fly a Boeing 777 all the way with a transfer in Jeddah. According to the seat map, the longer flight will have a 3-3-3 configuration, while the shorter one will have 10 seats per row (3-4-3).
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This is what the fare rules state:
- Sales period: Until March 31, 2023
- Travel period: Until May 31, 2023
- Minimum stay: None
- Maximum stay: None
You can use our availability calendar above to look for dates, which only shows itineraries with flights shorter than 24 hours. If you want to set filters or remove our duration filter, you can also try Google Flights. In this case, online travel agencies sell tickets for around US$62 (~€53) cheaper than the airline. You can search OTAs on Momondo or you can book directly on Saudia.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Mileage
Saudia sells these tickets in booking class V. This would get you the following mileage:
- 14,112 Miles on Xiamen Airlines Egret Club
- 8,770 Miles on Aerolíneas Argentinas AerolíneasPlus
- 8,770 Miles on Aeromexico Club Premier
- 8,770 Miles on Air Europa Suma
- 8,770 Miles on China Airlines Dynasty Flyer
- 8,770 Miles on Etihad Guest
- 8,770 Miles on Garuda Indonesia GarudaMiles
- 8,770 Miles on Korean Air Skypass
- 8,770 Miles on MEA Cedar Miles
- 8,770 Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
- 8,770 Award Miles + 100 Tier Points on Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
- 8,770 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 8,770 Miles on ITA Volare
- 6,136 Miles on Saudia Alfursan
- 4,384 Award Miles + 40 XP on Flying Blue
- 4,384 RDM + 876 MQD on Delta SkyMiles
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Destination
Hotel prices in Mumbai usually start at roughly €30 (~US$35), depending on the hotel category. Whichever category and hotel you opt for, make sure to get the best price! Our recommendation is to search on booking.com, or even on our own Travel-Dealz hotel search:
Information & Tips for Mumbai
Mumbai, India’s financial and cultural hub, offers attractions like the Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and the Elephanta Caves. The local currency is the Indian rupee (INR), and credit cards are widely accepted, though cash is still commonly used. The price level can vary, with affordable street food and budget accommodations, but higher-end restaurants and hotels can be expensive. Mumbai’s weather is typically hot and humid, with a monsoon season from June to September and a cooler, more pleasant climate from November to February, which is ideal for visiting.
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Information & Tips for India
India is a large and diverse country with major tourist sights like the Taj Mahal in Agra, the forts and palaces of Rajasthan, the backwaters of Kerala, and spiritual cities like Varanasi and Rishikesh. The currency used is the Indian Rupee (INR). Prices vary widely—budget travel is possible, but mid-range and luxury options are also common, especially in tourist-heavy areas. Weather depends heavily on region and season: winters (Nov–Feb) are generally pleasant, while summers (Mar–June) can be extremely hot, and the monsoon (June–Sept) brings heavy rainfall in many parts.
India’s transport infrastructure is a mix of modern and outdated systems. Within cities, getting around can be chaotic but manageable—options include auto-rickshaws, taxis, metro systems in larger cities like Delhi and Mumbai, and app-based services like Uber and Ola. Between cities, India has an extensive railway network that’s affordable but often crowded and prone to delays; domestic flights are common and relatively inexpensive for longer distances. Roads connect most places, but traffic and conditions can be unpredictable.
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