Traveling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the LGW - DEL route are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Remember, you may need a visa to enter India. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organizing your cheap ticket from LGW to DEL, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is C$312. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$623. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from LGW to DEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flight tickets from LGW to DEL every day.
Use filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near DEL:
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 24 minutes.
It'll take around 54 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit New Delhi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport for May if you want to go to New Delhi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGW to DEL in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New Delhi right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from LGW to DEL:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Jantar Mantar are must-have experiences during your New Delhi visit.
Complete your New Delhi trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Indira Gandhi International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in New Delhi.
