Flying from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
When looking for your flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), there's a good selection of airports you can depart from. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are Paris's main terminals.
Hop on a direct Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 8 hours 25 minutes.
New Delhi is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Paris. Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
The most popular route is from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), with 21 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from CDG to DEL is the 10:35am Air France service. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 8:55pm with Air India.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Paris to DEL.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can hop on a direct flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air India is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport taking off from CDG.
Air India is the airline most travellers choose for flights from CDG to DEL.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air India is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Paris to DEL with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between CDG and DEL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from central Paris. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Paris to DEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.56%.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
You can reserve a plane ticket from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) with a stop or two departing from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BVA and DEL:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
BVA is around 88 kilometres from central Paris. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Beauvais-Tille Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At BVA, that figure is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Book a hotel near DEL if you have a late flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Pick up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Paris 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 roughly 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may 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 Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
206 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Return flights start at 389 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Paris to DEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). July is the busiest month to travel to New Delhi. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in April.
Lock in a Paris to DEL plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Delhi to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about New Delhi
Start your New Delhi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Indira Gandhi International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your visit to New Delhi wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres south-west of New Delhi, a visit to Jaipur will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
If you're looking to explore another side of India, head for Ludhiana, about 290 kilometres north-west of New Delhi. Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir are the start of reasons to visit.
