Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours.
New Delhi is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights. The 10:15 departure with Air India is the earliest you can take. Air India operates the latest service of the day at 11:15.
For a stress-free journey, 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 IAD to DEL flight.
Flying during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into New Delhi (and then discovering more of India!) is a cinch with Air India. This popular airline has direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Air India.
Air India is the most punctual carrier that operates IAD to DEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between IAD and DEL:
Zurich Airport
Pearson International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Currently, ج.م. 17,772 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 35,228. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from IAD to DEL, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD's address is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles International Airport, 74.39% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Washington Dulles International Airport from central Washington DC, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Follow your own route with an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience more of New Delhi and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New Delhi. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to DEL in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen New Delhi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 3 kilometres west to Delhi to check off its must-visit sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, consider Kanpur, roughly 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are the start of reasons to visit.
