Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is 7 hours 45 minutes.
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making New Delhi four hours 30 minutes ahead of Zurich.
Choose from 13 weekly Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with SWISS is the earliest you can take. Air India operates the latest service of the day at 20:50.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to DEL flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to New Delhi (and then exploring more of India!) is a breeze with Air India. This popular airline offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Air India on this route.
Among carriers operating ZRH to DEL flights, Air India has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight is ج.م. 10,875. A return fare right now is ج.م. 19,101. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from ZRH to DEL by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ZRH to DEL.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, data shows 69.02% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Zurich to Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to ZRH? If you're boarding an early flight from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DEL if you're on a late Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of New Delhi and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to New Delhi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to DEL in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done New Delhi, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 3 kilometres west to Delhi to tick off its popular sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, your itinerary will be busy.
Kanpur is another standout destination in India and is around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. No trip is complete without dropping by Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.