Flying from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), you'll have a good range of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Take off on a direct London to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 40 minutes.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
With 53 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the most popular route. Air India operates the earliest flight at 8:45am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from LHR to DEL is with Air India at 9:45pm.
Your flight from London to DEL won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) depart from this terminal.
At LHR, there's a good selection of airlines that offer direct flights from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport, including:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between LHR and DEL is Air India.
Virgin Atlantic is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from London to DEL leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
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68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport reach their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport, check out these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your London to DEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Booking a flight ticket from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) with a stop or two can offer you more departure time choices and access to lower fares. When flying from Stansted Airport (STN), here are a few places you can detour to on your way to DEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
STN is around 64 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DEL:
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To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your London to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Right now, Rs50,817 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs102,134. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from London to DEL, book your flight ticket 11 months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on London to Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to New Delhi. July is when most people book flights from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your London to DEL flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New Delhi right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from London to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate are essential stops on your New Delhi itinerary.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres south-west of New Delhi, a trip to Jaipur will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of New Delhi, Ludhiana is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.
