Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Victoria: what you need to know
Victoria is 13 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located. Victoria observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your DEL to Victoria flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a flight ticket from DEL to Victoria, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a popular stop on this route.
DEL is around 10 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near DEL? If you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Victoria
The best price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria flight is Rs171,524. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs345,157. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from DEL to Victoria if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Victoria
Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to the centre of Victoria takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria. Book one of these accommodation options near YYJ instead:
Follow your own route with a Victoria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Avis and see more of Victoria and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Victoria International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from DEL to Victoria.
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH)
Victoria Inner Harbour Airport (YWH) is around 2 kilometres from central Victoria. Following your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 10 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your DEL to Victoria flight, rest your head at a hotel near YWH. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Victoria
Plan your trip to Victoria during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Victoria, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 23ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to Victoria in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Victoria, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Craigdarroch Castle and Royal BC Museum are a couple of top attractions to add to your Victoria itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, a trip to Abbotsford will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Discovery Trail Dog Park, Ag-Rec Centre and Maclure park.
Around 105 kilometres north-east of Victoria, Coquitlam is another favourite stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Laurentian Park, Maquabeak Park and Crane Park.