How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Mumbai?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Mumbai is 13,998 km (7,559 nautical miles). By private jet the flight takes between 18h 15m and 37h 59m block time depending on the aircraft class. For most travellers a Ultra long range jet fits: it covers the route with one fuel stop in about 18h 15m.
- Light jet: 27h 40m (with 5 fuel stops)
- Midsize jet: 23h 26m (with 3 fuel stops)
- Super midsize jet: 20h 58m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Heavy jet: 20h 33m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Ultra long range jet: 18h 15m (with one fuel stop)
Empty legs and aircraft on the Los Angeles – Mumbai route
Over the last 18 months we recorded 5 empty legs from Los Angeles to Mumbai. The most frequent aircraft were Airbus ACJ A319. Most flights operate from Los Angeles International Airport (KLAX) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (VABB).
Range and fuel stops
Not every jet can fly every route nonstop. With reserves, light jets reach about 2,800 km, super midsize jets around 5,500 km and ultra long range jets more than 11,000 km. If the destination is further away, the operator plans a fuel stop of roughly 45 minutes.
For transatlantic flights or routes to Asia the larger class often pays off: it costs more per hour but saves stops and therefore time.
- Turboprop / PC-12: up to approx. 2,200–2,800 km
- Light jet: up to approx. 2,800 km
- Midsize jet: up to approx. 3,700 km
- Super midsize jet: up to approx. 5,500 km
- Heavy jet: up to approx. 7,000 km
- Ultra long range: 11,000 km and more
Calculating the distance between airports
We calculate distance as the great-circle distance — the shortest path over the globe — and also show it in nautical miles, the standard unit in aviation. Because aircraft follow airways and approach procedures, the distance actually flown is slightly longer; the flight time already includes this.
How we calculate
- Distance: great-circle calculation from both airports’ coordinates, plus 5% for airways and approach procedures.
- Flight time: distance flown divided by the class’s typical cruise speed, plus 15 minutes for climb and descent and 10 minutes of taxi per take-off and landing.
- Fuel stops: added once the route exceeds practical range with reserves, 45 minutes on the ground per stop.
- Wind is not included. Strong headwinds (typically westbound across the Atlantic) can add 10–15% to flight time; tailwinds shorten it.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a private jet flight from Los Angeles to Mumbai take?
About 18h 15m in a Ultra long range jet and 18h 15m in the fastest jet (Ultra long range jet). Wind and air traffic control can change this by a few minutes.
How far is it from Los Angeles to Mumbai?
The great-circle distance is 13,998 km or 7,559 nautical miles. The distance flown is about 5% longer because of airways.
Can a light jet fly Los Angeles – Mumbai nonstop?
No, a light jet would need 5 fuel stops and about 27h 40m in total. Nonstop flights start with a Ultra long range jet (18h 15m).
How much is a private jet from Los Angeles to Mumbai?
A one-way charter in a Ultra long range jet costs roughly €287,100 to €553,500 for the whole aircraft. Empty legs are often much cheaper.