Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
London is five hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DEL to LGW flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DEL and LGW:
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, 175 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 399 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DEL to LGW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights leaving from Indira Gandhi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near DEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider booking a hotel close to LGW if you're catching a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and see more of London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 20 minutes. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to London in January.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.
