Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
8 hours 32 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. New Delhi is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of London and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Each week, there are 72 flights from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. The first departure from LHR to DEL is at 01:35 and the latest is at 22:20.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New Delhi adventure and experience this part of India, these popular carriers service the LHR to DEL route:
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and DEL:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter India. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before booking your cheap ticket from LHR to DEL, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is $506. The cheapest price for a return flight is $693. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score flight tickets from LHR to DEL by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, London Heathrow Airport can be reached in about 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near LHR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 54 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit New Delhi in April.
When reserving your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26 ºC to 43 ºC.
Search for flight tickets from LHR to DEL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8 ºC and 22 ºC on average.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in New Delhi right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from LHR to DEL:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Jantar Mantar are popular attractions which should be on any good New Delhi itinerary.
Complete your New Delhi trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Indira Gandhi International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your New Delhi holiday.
