Travelling from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
Glasgow is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
New Delhi is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Glasgow. Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Glasgow to DEL, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more travellers during high season, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Glasgow to DEL with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and DEL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Glasgow International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is around 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to DEL flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.7%.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near DEL:
Follow your own route with an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and find adventure across New Delhi and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to central New Delhi is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
At the moment, 203 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 384 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Glasgow to DEL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Glasgow to DEL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a price drop.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Visit New Delhi in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Glasgow to DEL plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Delhi to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about New Delhi
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Indira Gandhi International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New Delhi:
India Gate and India Gate View are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your New Delhi to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Park India Gate.
Explore more of India
You've visited New Delhi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 225 kilometres south-west to Jaipur to check off its top sights. From City Palace to Amber Fort and Jaipur, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of New Delhi, Ludhiana is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.
