Flights to Delhi
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Getting to Delhi
Direct Flights to Delhi from Heathrow and Birmingham
You can fly direct to Delhi from two UK airports. Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly daily from London Heathrow (LHR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), and Air India has a Birmingham (BHX) service several times a week. Elsewhere in the UK, it's one change. You'll also need an e-visa or an OCI card to enter India.
Heathrow airlines and the Birmingham option
Air India has several Heathrow departures a day from Terminal 2, and British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly it daily too. For anyone in the Midlands, Air India's evening flight from Birmingham saves a drive to Heathrow. IndiGo stops flying from Heathrow on 25 October 2026.
Flying from Manchester, Leeds or Scotland
Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Gulf Air connect through the Gulf, and Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM connect through Europe. All of them fly from Manchester, and some also fly from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle and Leeds Bradford. Booking both flights on one ticket means you only check your bags in once.
Getting from the airport into Delhi
Flights from the UK land at Terminal 3. The Airport Express metro leaves about every 10 minutes for New Delhi railway station, and a prepaid taxi can take you anywhere in Delhi, Gurugram or Noida.
What to sort out before you fly
Apply for an e-visa on indianvisaonline.gov.in, unless you have an OCI or e-OCI card. Check that your passport has six months left from your arrival date and two blank pages. Up to 72 hours before you land, fill in India's online e-arrival card and, for now, an Air Suvidha health declaration.
Planning around the weather and festivals
October to March is pleasant, though fog can delay morning flights in December and January and air pollution is often bad from October to December. Late May highs average 42C, and the monsoon starts in late June. Flights fill up early for Holi, Diwali, Christmas, UK school holidays and the wedding season.
A few days in Old and New Delhi
Start at Jama Masjid, then walk into Chandni Chowk for stuffed parathas on Paranthe Wali Gali. Shah Jahan's Red Fort, finished in 1648, is nearby. Humayun's Tomb, the Qutub Minar and India Gate on Kartavya Path make a good second day.
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Things to do in Delhi
Explore the Historic Red Fort
Behind its towering red sandstone walls, Delhi's Red Fort preserves the grandeur of Shah Jahan's Mughal capital, with historic gateways and courtyards.
Discover Qutub Minar
At Mehrauli, Qutub Minar rises above early Sultanate ruins, its carved sandstone bands and balconies revealing centuries of Delhi's architectural history.
Visit India Gate in New Delhi
India Gate honours soldiers of the First World War. Walk along its landscaped surroundings to appreciate the monument's imposing sandstone arch.
Admire Humayun's Tomb
Humayun's Tomb combines red sandstone, white marble and formal gardens. Explore this UNESCO landmark that shaped later Mughal tomb design.
Experience Chandni Chowk
Chandni Chowk brings Old Delhi's trading traditions to life through narrow market lanes, spice stalls, textiles and neighbourhood food shops.
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Help & support
Frequently asked questions about flights to Delhi
Which airlines fly direct from London to Delhi?
Air India, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic fly non-stop from Heathrow, and Air India has several departures a day. IndiGo stops flying from Heathrow on 25 October 2026. Vistara became part of Air India in November 2024, so if a website still lists Vistara flights, the information is out of date.
Can I fly to Delhi from Manchester or Scotland?
Yes, with one stop. Gulf and European airlines fly from Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh to Delhi on a single ticket. Some people in the north take the train to Heathrow, or drive to Birmingham, to catch a direct flight when the fare is worth it.
Which airport code should my Delhi ticket show?
DEL, which is Indira Gandhi International Airport. Noida International Airport (DXN) opened in June 2026 but has domestic flights only, and Hindon has small regional flights. No flights from the UK use either of them, so make sure your ticket says DEL.
Does fog delay flights to Delhi in winter?
Sometimes, mainly on December and January mornings. Delhi's CAT III-B landing system lets suitably equipped aircraft land in thick fog, but delays and diversions still happen. If you have a train or domestic flight later the same day, leave a few hours spare.
Can I visit the Taj Mahal from Delhi?
Yes. Agra is an easy day trip by express train, or by car on the Yamuna Expressway. Many people add Jaipur too, which makes the Golden Triangle. We can book an open-jaw ticket so you fly into Delhi and home from a different Indian city.
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