Mumbai to Tokyo flights — seasonal Air India non-stop, 1-stop options via Delhi or Gulf hubs, fare trends, baggage, terminals and Japan eVisa rules for Indians.
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Quick answer: Mumbai to Tokyo non-stop flights take about ≈ 8h 40m non-stop (BOM→NRT) on ANA; ≈ 11–15h on 1-stop routings, operated by ANA (non-stop); Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, JAL, Air India (1-stop), ANA non-stop a few days/week (not daily); many 1-stop options daily. Indian passport holders should check the visa requirement summarised below. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BOM–NRT fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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ANA (All Nippon Airways) operates the only non-stop from Mumbai to Tokyo Narita, flying a few days a week with a wide-body aircraft — the cleanest option if your dates align. Air India serves Tokyo but typically on a connecting routing rather than a Mumbai non-stop, so check the itinerary carefully. For 1-stop travel the strong choices are Singapore Airlines via Changi, Thai Airways via Bangkok, Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong and JAL via its Asian network. Book the full BOM–NRT journey on a single ticket for protected connections and through-checked bags.
Great-circle distance Mumbai–Tokyo is roughly 6,700 km. The ANA non-stop takes about 8h 40m, with an evening departure from Mumbai landing in Tokyo the following morning. 1-stop routings via Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong or Seoul run roughly 11–15 hours in total including the layover. Tokyo is 3h 30m ahead of India (JST, UTC+9; IST UTC+5:30), so an overnight departure suits the time change well. Note Tokyo has two airports — Narita (NRT) and Haneda (HND); confirm which one your flight uses.
Japan's headline seasons drive demand: the cherry blossom (late March–early April) and autumn foliage (November) peaks are the busiest and priciest, along with the Indian summer holidays and year-end. The cheaper, quieter windows are typically January–February (cold but atmospheric) and the May–June shoulder before the humid summer. Book the blossom and autumn windows early. Fares move daily, so compare the ANA non-stop against one-stops live in the FlightGPT search instead of trusting a single quoted price.
Book cherry-blossom and autumn travel 3–5 months ahead; off-peak fares appear 6–10 weeks out. If the ANA non-stop is expensive, a Singapore or Bangkok one-stop is often cheaper for a few extra hours. Flying into one Tokyo airport and out of the other (open-jaw NRT/HND) can sometimes lower fares. We never quote a fixed rupee fare here because prices change daily — always check live fares in the FlightGPT search before booking.
Mumbai (BOM) — Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International handles international flights from Terminal 2. Tokyo Narita (NRT) is about 60 km east of central Tokyo and has three terminals; the airport links to the city by the Narita Express (N'EX) train and Keisei Skyliner in roughly 60 minutes. If your flight instead uses Haneda (HND), it is far closer to the city (about 15 km) with quick monorail and rail links — so always check which Tokyo airport your ticket shows before arranging transfers.
ANA economy on international routes typically allows a generous 2 pieces x 23 kg checked + 10 kg cabin (piece concept), among the more generous in the market. Full-service one-stop carriers such as Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways and Cathay Pacific usually allow around 30 kg checked + 7 kg cabin on India-origin tickets. If your routing includes an Air India sector, see Air India baggage. Always confirm the allowance for your specific fare class, as the cheapest buckets can carry less.
Indian passport holders need a visa for Japan arranged in advance — there is no visa-on-arrival. As of 2026 the Japan eVISA is not yet open to Indian applicants directly, so tourist visa applications are submitted through VFS Global (centres in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru and Hyderabad) on behalf of the Japanese Embassy. Typical documents are passport (6 months validity), a 4.5cm x 4.5cm photo with white background, confirmed flights and hotels, a day-by-day itinerary and financial proof (bank statements, ITRs). Processing is usually 5–10 working days. Check the latest rules officially. See the FlightGPT visa resources.
The best transit hubs are Singapore Changi (SIN) on Singapore Airlines (fast, premium), Bangkok (BKK) on Thai Airways (often cheapest), Hong Kong (HKG) on Cathay Pacific and Seoul Incheon (ICN) on Korean carriers. All are efficient Asian hubs with frequent Tokyo sectors to both Narita and Haneda. Singapore usually gives the shortest total time among one-stops; Bangkok adds a possible Thailand stopover. Keep the whole journey on one ticket so a missed connection is the airline's responsibility.
The ANA non-stop departs Mumbai in the evening and lands Tokyo next morning — good for adjusting to JST. Pre-load a Suica/PASMO IC card or buy one on arrival for Tokyo's trains, and consider a Japan Rail Pass if touring beyond the city. Carry the printed itinerary your visa was issued against. Pre-book a vegetarian (VGML) meal — vegetarian options are limited in Japan, so it helps to plan. Spring and autumn are spectacular but busy. Compare every routing live in the FlightGPT search.
Tokyo is one of the world's great cities — neon-lit Shibuya and Shinjuku, ancient temples at Asakusa, the imperial palace, world-class food from sushi counters to ramen bars, and unmatched shopping and tech districts. It is the launchpad for the bullet train to Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima and Mount Fuji. Cherry blossom in spring and fiery maple leaves in autumn draw travellers worldwide. For Indian visitors, Tokyo pairs business opportunity with an extraordinary cultural experience. Explore more on FlightGPT.
Yes. ANA (All Nippon Airways) flies Mumbai to Tokyo Narita non-stop a few days a week in about 8h 40m. Air India serves Tokyo but typically on a connecting routing rather than a Mumbai non-stop, so confirm the itinerary. Many 1-stop options also exist via Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Seoul.
The ANA non-stop takes about 8 hours 40 minutes over roughly 6,700 km. One-stop routings via Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong or Seoul take about 11 to 15 hours in total including the layover, depending on the connection.
Yes. Indian passport holders need a Japan visa arranged in advance — there is no visa-on-arrival. As of 2026 the Japan eVISA is not yet open to Indian applicants directly, so tourist applications go through VFS Global on behalf of the Japanese Embassy. Processing is usually 5–10 working days.
Not as a Mumbai non-stop. Air India serves Tokyo but typically on connecting routings rather than a direct BOM–NRT service. The only non-stop from Mumbai to Tokyo is operated by ANA. Always check whether your Air India itinerary involves a stop.
The ANA non-stop and many one-stop routings use Tokyo Narita (NRT), about 60 km east of the city. Some itineraries may use Haneda (HND), which is much closer to central Tokyo. Always confirm which airport your ticket shows before arranging transfers.
January–February and the May–June shoulder are usually the cheapest. Avoid the cherry-blossom peak (late March–early April), the autumn-foliage peak (November) and the Indian summer/year-end holidays, when fares are highest. Book peak windows 3–5 months ahead.
Tokyo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of India. Japan runs JST (UTC+9) and India runs IST (UTC+5:30). Neither observes daylight saving, so the gap stays constant year-round. An overnight departure from Mumbai suits the time change well.
Yes — pre-book a vegetarian (VGML) or other special meal at least 24 hours before departure on ANA or any full-service carrier. Vegetarian options can be limited within Japan itself, so it helps to plan meals in advance for your trip too.
Book cherry-blossom and autumn travel 3–5 months ahead, as these are the busiest windows. Off-peak fares appear 6–10 weeks out. Compare the ANA non-stop against Singapore and Bangkok one-stops on your dates in the FlightGPT search.
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What you pay on the Mumbai–Tokyo route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Mumbai to Tokyo live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across ANA (non-stop); Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, JAL, Air India (1-stop).
Last-minute Mumbai to Tokyo fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Mumbai Tokyo prices across ANA (non-stop); Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, JAL, Air India (1-stop) — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Most travellers prefer the Mumbai to Tokyo non-stop option. The direct Mumbai-Tokyo flight time is ≈ 8h 40m non-stop (BOM→NRT) on ANA; ≈ 11–15h on 1-stop routings. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Mumbai Tokyo ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Mumbai–Tokyo fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service ANA (non-stop); Singapore Airlines ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.