Question 1

How long is the flight from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London to Delhi typically takes around 8 hours 40 minutes. This makes the direct service the fastest and most convenient way to travel between London and Delhi. It is worth checking flight times when searching, as these can vary by airline and travel date.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London to Delhi, with an average of around 13 to 14 flights per day, operated by, among others, Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London to Delhi are operated by, among others, Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. These services take you to Delhi without any stops, making them particularly handy for short breaks or weekend trips. It is still worth comparing departure times and airline policies, as baggage rules and additional charges can vary.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London to Delhi operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

From London to Delhi there are on average around 13 to 14 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. Particularly if you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

From London to Delhi there are around 93 to 94 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London to Delhi depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London to Delhi usually departs at 08:45. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Delhi.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London to Delhi depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London to Delhi usually departs at 22:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London to Delhi, offers from Air India, Virgin Atlantic and IndiGo Airlines are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline suits you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London to Delhi are most frequently searched for travel in July, January and August. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more choice or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London to Delhi, departures on Friday, Saturday and Wednesday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

Question 12

How long is the typical stay on trips from London to Delhi?

Accepted Answer

For trips from London to Delhi, stays of 8, 10 and 37 days are most commonly searched. These trip lengths are particularly popular with idealo users on this route.

Question 13

In which months are flights from London to Delhi cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Based on analysed offers, November, June and January tend to be among the cheaper travel months for flights from London to Delhi. This does not mean every flight in these months is automatically cheap. It is best to compare different departure days to find suitable offers.

Question 14

Which airports near Delhi are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to Delhi, Jaipur and Chandigarh may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Delhi	Outbound 23/11/26 1 Stopover (BAH) GF0006, GF0134 17h 25min	Return -	Gulf Air	?	£263
London Delhi	Outbound 30/09/26 direct 6E0004 10h 45min	Return 16/10/26 direct 6E0003 11h 30min	IndiGo Airlines		£430
London Delhi	Outbound 30/09/26 1 Stopover (BAH) GF0006, GF0134 18h 20min	Return 16/10/26 1 Stopover (BAH) GF0131, GF0003 14h 55min	Gulf Air		£439
Best option London Delhi	Outbound 04/01/27 direct VS0302 08h 30min	Return 06/02/27 direct VS0303 10h 00min	Virgin Atlantic Airways		£530
London Delhi Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 08/08/26 2 Stopovers (BCN, AMS) FR9014, KL1498, KL0869 32h 20min	Return 15/08/26 2 Stopovers (AMS, BCN) KL0870, KL1515, FR9811 22h 35min	Ryanair, KLM		£575
London Delhi	Outbound 18/08/26 1 Stopover (JED) SV0118, SV0758 15h 45min	Return 22/09/26 1 Stopover (RUH) SV0761, SV0111 17h 30min	Saudi Arabian Airlines	?	£438
London Delhi	Outbound 30/09/26 1 Stopover (BAH) GF0006, GF0134 18h 20min	Return 16/10/26 1 Stopover (BAH) GF0131, GF0003 14h 55min	Gulf Air	?	£438
London Delhi	Outbound 06/10/26 2 Stopovers (SAW, IST, GYD) PC1174, J20078, J20057 47h 20min	Return 20/10/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0513, EK0065 13h 00min	Pegasus Airlines, Azerbaijan Airlines		£452
London Delhi	Outbound 30/09/26 1 Stopover (BOM) AI0130, AI9487 15h 25min	Return 16/10/26 direct AI2017 11h 25min	Air India	?	£463
London Delhi	Outbound 07/01/27 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0345, LX0146 12h 45min	Return 04/02/27 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0147, LX0318 15h 00min	Swiss International Air Lines	?	£485

Cheapest outbound flight from	£263.00
Outbound and return from	£429.97
Flight duration	min. 08:10 / max. 08:45
Return flight duration	min. 09:25/ max. 09:45
Distance	6718 km
Flights per week	48
Departure airport	Airport London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) (LON)
Arrival airport	Airport Delhi Indira Gandhi (DEL)
Destination country	Flights to India
Departure airport - Destination country	London (LCY, LGW, LHR, LTN, STN, SEN) - India

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