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Flights from London to Delhi
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Route guide
London to Delhi flights — what you need to know
London to Delhi is the anchor route of UK–India travel, flown non-stop in about 9 hours by Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic into Indira Gandhi International's gleaming Terminal 3. For the British-Indian community across London, the Midlands and the North, it's the fastest door to Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and the capital region — with easy onward domestic connections on one ticket.
October to March is Delhi's glorious season — cool mornings, wedding season in full swing, and peak demand to match. Diwali and the Christmas school break are the two fare spikes to book months ahead. One-stop Gulf routings undercut the non-stops by £80–£150 and suit travellers connecting from UK regional airports; but for families with young children, the 9-hour non-stop is worth every penny.
8–10 weeks ahead; Diwali and Christmas need 3–4 months.
February to April, and August–September before the festive rush.
Amritsar, Chandigarh and Lucknow connect on one ticket via Delhi T3.
Airlines on this route
Trusted carriers from London to Delhi
Delhi (DEL) — Indira Gandhi International
~9 hrs direct
October to March (cool & dry)
Frequently asked
London → Delhi flight FAQs
How long is the flight from London to Delhi?+
Direct and one-stop flights from London to Delhi typically take ~9 hrs direct. Stops in Doha, Dubai or Istanbul are common with Qatar Airways, Emirates and Turkish Airlines respectively.
Which airlines fly London to Delhi?+
The most popular carriers on this route are Air India, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Vistara, Emirates — all IATA-accredited airlines, and we ticket on each of them.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Delhi?+
Best fares are typically found October to March (cool & dry). Avoid the Eid and December holiday peaks. Book 6-10 weeks in advance for the lowest one-stop economy fares.
Can I hold a Delhi flight without paying?+
Yes — most fares on this route can be held for 24 hours, free of charge. Just click "Hold 24h" next to any flight on our search results page.
Do I need a visa for India?+
British passport holders generally need a visa for India. Pakistan offers e-Visa for tourism. Our visa team can prepare and submit your application for you — see our Visa Services page.
Do British citizens need a visa for India?+
Yes — most UK passport holders need an Indian e-Visa, typically approved within 72 hours. Our visa team can prepare and submit the application for you, including the OCI route for those of Indian origin.
Which airlines fly non-stop from London to Delhi?+
Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic all operate daily non-stops from Heathrow, around 9 hours outbound. Air India's refreshed A350 fleet now flies the route with its new cabins.
How do I get from Delhi airport to the city?+
The Airport Express Metro reaches New Delhi station in 20 minutes for about ₹60. Pre-paid taxis and Uber operate from Terminal 3 arrivals; allow 45–90 minutes to central or south Delhi depending on traffic.
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