$287 Cheap Flights from London (LHR) to Delhi (DEL)

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Cheap Flights from London to Delhi (LHR-DEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $287 for one-way flights and $550 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Saudia
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$550 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$550
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Saudia flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from London to Delhi, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $550 found 5 days ago
British Airways
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 18
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$557 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$557
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Fri, Oct 2 from London to Delhi, returning Sun, Oct 18, priced at $557 found 4 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Sep 19
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$568 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$568
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Fri, Feb 20 from London to Delhi, returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $568 found 5 days ago
Gulf Air
Thu, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 26
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$577 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$577
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Gulf Air flight, departing Thu, Mar 19 from London to Delhi, returning Thu, Mar 26, priced at $577 found 22 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$581 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$581
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from London to Delhi, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $581 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 13
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$586 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$586
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from London to Delhi, returning Tue, Oct 13, priced at $586 found 1 day ago
Air India
Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, May 3
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$589 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$589
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Sun, Apr 19 from London to Delhi, returning Sun, May 3, priced at $589 found 4 days ago
LOT-Polish Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Nov 2
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$606 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$606
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select LOT-Polish Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 21 from London to Delhi, returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $606 found 5 days ago
Etihad Airways
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 26
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$609 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$609
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Thu, May 7 from London to Delhi, returning Tue, May 26, priced at $609 found 9 hours ago
Azerbaijan Airlines
Tue, Feb 3 - Tue, Feb 17
LHR
London
DEL
Delhi
$613 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$613
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Azerbaijan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 3 from London to Delhi, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $613 found 6 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from London (LHR) to New Delhi (DEL)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $509 - $661 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New Delhi

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Indira Gandhi Intl. DEL. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $668
DEL
Indira Gandhi Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $668
Flights from London (LHR) to Delhi (DEL)
Origin airport
Heathrow
Destination airport
Indira Gandhi Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, British Airways, EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Finnair, Gulf Air, IndiGo, KLM, Kuwait Airways, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Saudia, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$550
Distance
4181 mi
Average flight time
14 hours 31 mins

London to Delhi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from London to Delhi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from London to Delhi are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from London to Delhi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from London to Delhi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from London to Delhi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from London to Delhi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from London to Delhi in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $287 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap London to Delhi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your London to Delhi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $287 or cheap return flight from $550 from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
Planning your getaway for October is a good way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between LHR and DEL. You'll usually find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
You can pick from 4 airlines that fly nonstop from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL). Including:

  • Air India
  • British Airways
  • Virgin Atlantic

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, Air Canada and British Airways are popular choices for flights between Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your LHR to DEL flight.
How many flights per day from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
Each day, an average of 8 direct flights operate from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL). Pick the departure time that best suits your travel plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
The 12 PM departures from LHR to DEL are the most sought after. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you want to save on your fare, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from LHR to DEL?
Depart on a Thursday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL).
What is the earliest flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
Heathrow Airport (LHR)'s first flight to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) is at approximately 8:45AM UTC+0. With a total travel time of 8h 10m, you'll land at around 10:25PM UTC+5.
How long does it take to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
It takes around 8 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 4,200 mi from LHR to DEL.
What is the best time to fly from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
To avoid possible delays on the Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Delhi from Heathrow Airport (LHR)?
If you're taking a direct flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Delhi, Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book your flight from LHR to DEL often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LHR to DEL flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a LHR to DEL flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Indira Gandhi Intl. Airport (DEL)?
If you booked your LHR to DEL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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