Mumbai, India → New York, United States · ✈ 16h 10min · 🚗 203h 45min
6,770 nautical miles · Time difference: -10h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Mumbai to New York is 12,538 km (7,791 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 16h 10min.
The straight-line distance from Mumbai, India to New York, United States is approximately 12,538 kilometers (7,791 miles or 6,770 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
New York is located northwest of Mumbai. Mumbai is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while New York is in North America, in Northeast, United States. This intercontinental route spans from Asia to North America.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 12,538 km | ~16h 10min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Mumbai to New York. For 12,538 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
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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New York is a notable city in United States with a population of approximately 8,336,817. Situated in the Northeast region, it serves as a key destination in North America. New York is one of United States's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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At 12,538 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Asia to North America. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 12,538 km, Mumbai to New York is one of the world's longer routes, covering 31.3% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, Mumbai and New York have a population of over 20,779,190 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Asia to North America, spanning 10 timezones.
This 12,538 km journey from Asia to North America is one of the world's longer routes. At this distance, jet lag becomes a significant factor — plan for at least one recovery day per 3 time zones crossed.
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The straight-line distance from Mumbai to New York is approximately 12,538 kilometers (7,791 miles, 6,770 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 16h 10min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 203h 45min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
New York is approximately -10h behind compared to Mumbai.
The estimated road distance is approximately 16,299 km, which is about 30% longer than the 12,538 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 7, 2026.