Mumbai, India → Delhi, India · ✈ 1h 56min · 🚗 18h 44min
623 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northeast
The distance from Mumbai to Delhi is 1,153 km (716 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 56min.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai, India to Delhi, India is approximately 1,153 kilometers (716 miles or 623 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Delhi is located northeast of Mumbai. Mumbai is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while Delhi is in Asia, in North India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,153 km | ~1h 56min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,499 km | ~18h 44min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,384 km | ~11h 32min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Mumbai to Delhi. For 1,153 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,499 km, fuel costs for driving from Mumbai to Delhi are approximately $120–$225 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Mumbai sits at 19.0760°N, 72.8777°E, while Delhi is located at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E. The initial compass bearing from Mumbai to Delhi is 21° (NNE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Mumbai heading roughly NNE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 9.63° and the longitude difference is 4.22°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Mumbai and Delhi is approximately 23.9045°N, 74.9113°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 577 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Mumbai and Delhi share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Mumbai is a major city in India with a population of approximately 12,442,373. Located in the West India region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in India, Mumbai is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Delhi is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Situated in the North India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Delhi is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,153 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,153 km, the Mumbai-Delhi route is about 2.9% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 56min.
Combined, Mumbai and Delhi have a population of over 29,230,314 people, making this a major urban corridor.
India's busiest domestic air route with 100+ daily flights. The railways offer the iconic Rajdhani Express, covering the distance in about 16 hours.
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The straight-line distance from Mumbai to Delhi is approximately 1,153 kilometers (716 miles, 623 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 56min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 18h 44min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Delhi is approximately Same timezone compared to Mumbai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,499 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,153 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.