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Since 2002, there has been an upsurge in the number of airlines and, consequently the number of domestic and international flights from Mumbai to Delhi. Delhi and Mumbai represent two of the most powerful and happening cities of India. It comes as no surprise that air travel and airfare from Mumbai to Delhi has gone up by more than 81.6% since 2005. Mumbai is the glamour, fashion and industrial city of India. The Mumbai airport of Chatrapati Shivaji, receives many inbound and outbound international flights. Mumbai is a port city where foreign investment and trade is given a great boost. But, everything has to go via the capital city of India. As a result, flights from Mumbai to Delhi are heavily booked. In addition, students travel to Delhi in large numbers. Delhi is the seat of education and attracts many medical and technology students.

• International flights from Africa, Dubai and Europe fly into Mumbai using it as the first transit stop. Passengers disembark while some remain on board. New passengers climb aboard and the plane then flies to New Delhi.
• International flights from Africa, Dubai and Europe fly into Mumbai using it as the first transit stop. Passengers disembark while some remain on board. New passengers climb aboard and the plane then flies to New Delhi.
• Domestic flights run on a charter schedule of continuous service during the day
• In 2006, late night flights via Ahmedabad were also introduced
• Due to the increase in number of aircraft, there has no crunching of seats
• International flights which run on a tour package format are affordable
• Emphasis is placed on 'Economy' class on these service international flights
• International flights are scheduled to run during early mornings and late nights
• Bookings have to done well in advance due to the high rate of human traffic
• The maximum luggage weight allowed on board of international flights amounts between 20-30kg
• International flights allow only one piece of hand baggage

A recent air travel survey showed that Mumbai earns it revenue more with international flights. This means that the airport and travel industry avidly encourage foreigners to travel to Delhi via Mumbai. This ensures that these passengers get off at Mumbai airport and sightsee on airline buses for a few hours. In comparison domestic flights are usually discounted and do not bring in much revenue. The study revealed that domestic flights from Mumbai to Delhi were primarily manned by students and tourists. These flights increase in number during the summer vacation time. However domestic flights suffer during state and national election periods.

Flights to Delhi