Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4. The city is nine hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your DEL to Philadelphia flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from DEL to Philadelphia with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 10 kilometres from central New Delhi, DEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near DEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
67.17% of flights taking off from Indira Gandhi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Philadelphia
Rs146,577 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs266,121. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DEL to Philadelphia if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest prices across every month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget to explore Philadelphia and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DEL to Philadelphia.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
After your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 56 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near TTN. Unwind and get cosy after your DEL to Philadelphia flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
Visit Philadelphia during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC and 9ºC.
More about Philadelphia
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia:
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Philadelphia must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Philadelphia, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 129 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia, Boston is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
