Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to India?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Kuwait Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl typically cost £14, while return flights cost around £27.

How much is a return flight to India?

A return flight to India will typically cost around £826, however they can be found for as little as £81.

Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to India, London offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 35 minutes).

Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?

Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Tela Suite A Family Hotel-Free Airport Drop is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (0.0 mi away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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How long is the flight to India?

On average, a flight from London to India takes 16 hours 39 minutes. Flights to India from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to India

The most flights from London to India are scheduled on a Saturday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to India?

The most popular airlines flying from London to India are Air India, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to India?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to India are IndiGo, Air India and Kuwait Airways.

Rainfall in India by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 7.0 - 248.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 248.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

Temperature in India by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 34.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to India?

The best time to book flights to India is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly to India?

Users looking for the lowest fares to India should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in India?

The most popular places in India to fly to are New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi and Hyderabad.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Atlantic,Etihad Airways, andIndiGo to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

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694 reviews

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Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

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7.4

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1 / 20

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Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,539 reviews

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

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694 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

IndiGo

6.8

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7.4

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694 reviews

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1 / 20

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Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

British Airways

6.7

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694 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

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First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

Air India

5.5

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694 reviews

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10.0

Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.

FAQs about flying to India

Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to India?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Kuwait Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl typically cost £14, while return flights cost around £27.
How much is a return flight to India?
A return flight to India will typically cost around £826, however they can be found for as little as £81.
Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to India, London offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 35 minutes).
Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?
Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Tela Suite A Family Hotel-Free Airport Drop is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (0.0 mi away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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How long is the flight to India?

On average, a flight from London to India takes 16 hours 39 minutes. Flights to India from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to India

The most flights from London to India are scheduled on a Saturday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to India?

The most popular airlines flying from London to India are Air India, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to India?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to India are IndiGo, Air India and Kuwait Airways.

Rainfall in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in India ranges from 7.0 - 248.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 248.0 mm. November is typically the driest time to visit India when rainfall is around 7.0 mm.

Temperature in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

When is the best time to book a flight to India?

The best time to book flights to India is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly to India?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to India. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to India should consider flying on Thursday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular places to fly to in India?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to India in the last few years. This data was updated on 27 September 2026.

The most popular places in India to fly to are New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kochi and Hyderabad.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

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