Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 10 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Seoul three hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi.
Take your pick of 11 weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 00:05 departure with Air India is the earliest you can take. Asiana Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:30.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your DEL to ICN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Seoul vacation, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of South Korea:
Most passengers choose to travel with Air India on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers DEL to ICN flights. A dependable 80.0% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DEL and ICN:
Hong Kong International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is C$205. A round-trip ticket is currently C$428. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DEL to ICN.
The cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.17% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DEL? If you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Follow your own route with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and chase adventure across Seoul and beyond.
Booking your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there in a cab or ride-share depends on the time of day, so do a little research before you go.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Seoul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Incheon International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to ICN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
