Flying from London City Airport (LCY) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LCY to DEL flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LCY and DEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,168. A round-trip fare right now is ر.ق. 2,186. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LCY to DEL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London City Airport, 74.57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London City Airport is around 11 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LCY:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Book a hotel near DEL if you're on a late London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience more of New Delhi and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
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 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit New Delhi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from London City Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LCY to DEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've done New Delhi, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 3 kilometres west to Delhi to check off its top sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kanpur is another sought-after destination in India and is around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. No journey is complete without experiencing Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
