Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
Douala's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Douala four hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
To ensure you catch your DEL to DLA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between DEL and DLA include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Douala Airport (DLA)
ر.ق. 1,813 is currently the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 3,577. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DEL to DLA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DEL to DLA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights leaving Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near DEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
If you have a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DLA:
Venture beyond Douala and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Douala Airport rental car from Avis.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the best rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your ride from Douala Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Douala. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
August is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Douala in February.
The warmest month in Douala is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Douala Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to DLA in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've visited Douala, now it's time to explore other parts of Cameroon. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to tick off its leading attractions. From National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde) to Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of Cameroon, consider Bamenda, roughly 209 kilometres north of Douala. Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park are the start of reasons to visit.
