Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Around 15 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago.
Every week, there are 14 O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, jump on the 12:00 Air India flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 18:10 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to DEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air India has direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in New Delhi — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air India on this route.
With 67.92% of its services landing on schedule, Air India is the most punctual carrier offering ORD to DEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ORD and DEL:
Pearson International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight is Rs100,457. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs197,248. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ORD to DEL.
September is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ORD to DEL.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
74.85% of flights that leave from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ORD. Whether you're taking an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider booking a hotel near DEL if you're on a late O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and explore beyond New Delhi's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit New Delhi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport for May if you want to go to New Delhi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ORD to DEL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen New Delhi. Around 3 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you're eager to discover another corner of India, consider Kanpur, roughly 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are among the biggest draws.
