Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes New Delhi nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Philadelphia.
Your PHL to DEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PHL and DEL:
Pearson International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight is Rs111,839. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs203,838. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from PHL to DEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
PHL's address is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.93% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PHL? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you're getting in on a late Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near DEL:
Pick up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New Delhi. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PHL to DEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Delhi is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of New Delhi. Around 3 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi, Kanpur is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
