Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the DEL - LGW route include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from DEL to LGW, check whether you need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is ر.ق. 857. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,771. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap flight tickets from DEL to LGW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
Getting a cheap ticket from DEL to LGW is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Indira Gandhi International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
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Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Book a hotel close to LGW if you're on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to London in February.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to explore London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11 ºC and 26 ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to LGW in January. Average temperatures are between 0 ºC and 9 ºC then.
More about London
Start your London trip right by finding a great stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from DEL to LGW, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your London travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Buckingham Palace.
Look at your options for jetting into London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Stansted Airport (STN). They're other international airports that serve London.
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