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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to India from £280

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — DEL
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to India
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to India. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Fri 11/920:15
LHR
-
BOM
1 stop23h 20m
IndiGo
Tue 20/1011:40
BOM
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 22/7£458
Sat 5/914:35
LGW
-
BOM
1 stop13h 10m
Emirates
Tue 8/919:30
BOM
-
LGW
1 stop16h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 23/7£459
Sat 1/812:30
LHR
-
BOM
Nonstop10h 00m
Air India
Sat 8/804:30
BOM
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 15m
Air India
Deal found 23/7£459
Fri 11/907:15
STN
-
BOM
2 stops16h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 20/1006:10
BOM
-
STN
1 stop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£460
Tue 1/914:45
LHR
-
BOM
1 stop24h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/905:00
BOM
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/7£460
Sat 22/813:35
LGW
-
BOM
2 stops26h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 1/923:05
BOM
-
LGW
2 stops26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£460
Tue 1/917:25
STN
-
BOM
3 stops47h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/908:30
BOM
-
STN
2 stops27h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£460
Sat 12/920:50
LHR
-
BOM
3 stops35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/905:00
BOM
-
LHR
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£460
Wed 16/910:40
LGW
-
BOM
1 stop29h 45m
Gulf Air
Tue 6/1021:45
BOM
-
LGW
1 stop13h 40m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/7£461
Fri 11/900:20
STN
-
BOM
1 stop23h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/908:35
BOM
-
STN
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7£461
Tue 1/914:45
LHR
-
BOM
1 stop24h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 12/916:55
BOM
-
LHR
1 stop30h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/7£461
Sun 1/1110:35
LGW
-
BOM
1 stop28h 25m
Gulf Air
Tue 17/1121:35
BOM
-
LGW
1 stop14h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 23/7£462

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to India flight deals. Data was last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£458

One-way from

£280

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£671

Good round-trip deal

£515 or less

Good one-way deal

£296 or less
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  • 42h 40m total
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  • 38h 10m total
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom to India that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 July 2026.
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LondonMumbai

LHR - BOM

LHRBOM

London Heathrow

Sun 22/11

09:30-20:30

1 stop29h 30m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Mon 14/12

06:30-14:45

1 stop13h 45m

£469

LondonNew Delhi

LGW - DEL

LGWDEL

London Gatwick

Sun 27/9

10:40-04:05

1 stop12h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 1/10

04:55-06:55

1 stop30h 30m

£487

LondonBengaluru

LHR - BLR

LHRBLR

London Heathrow

Tue 15/9

20:55-23:35

2 stops22h 10m

Bengaluru Intl

Mon 28/9

01:25-16:35

1 stop19h 40m

£503

LondonMumbai

LHR - BOM

LHRBOM

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

14:45-07:10

1 stop11h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 25/9

05:00-15:05

1 stop14h 35m

£505

LondonMumbai

LHR - BOM

LHRBOM

London Heathrow

Sat 12/9

14:45-07:10

1 stop11h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Fri 25/9

05:00-15:05

1 stop14h 35m

£511

LondonMumbai

LGW - BOM

LGWBOM

London Gatwick

Sun 3/1

10:35-20:30

1 stop28h 25m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Sat 13/3

06:30-06:20

1 stop29h 20m

£512

LondonHyderabad

LHR - HYD

LHRHYD

London Heathrow

Sat 26/9

22:05-05:15

1 stop26h 40m

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Tue 29/9

06:05-06:55

1 stop29h 20m

£514

LondonMumbai

LGW - BOM

LGWBOM

London Gatwick

Wed 9/9

09:00-08:25

1 stop18h 55m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 14/10

22:15-06:40

1 stop12h 55m

£517

LondonMumbai

LGW - BOM

LGWBOM

London Gatwick

Mon 23/11

08:35-08:10

1 stop18h 05m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 9/12

22:10-05:55

1 stop13h 15m

£522

LondonMumbai

LHR - BOM

LHRBOM

London Heathrow

Sat 22/8

21:45-02:05

1 stop23h 50m

Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

Wed 23/9

05:00-18:45

1 stop18h 15m

£530

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to India

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to India from United Kingdom with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to India

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to India?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to India (average of £496). Flying from United Kingdom to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of £747). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from GB to IN?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from United Kingdom to India in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to India

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to India. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to IN0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to India delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and India have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 144 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Kingdom to India flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United Kingdom to India flights?

Over the past year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Kingdom to India?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from United Kingdom to India, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to India?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to India. Price data was last updated on 18 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to India flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to India. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic,Etihad Airways, andIndiGo from the United Kingdom to India by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,486 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
579 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,129 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

First time flying with Virgin. It was everything I hoped it would be.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,955 reviews
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
694 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.5

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edwin,May 2026

LHR - LAX

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to India?

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to India can take about 11h 55m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £505. There are 4478 mi between United Kingdom and India. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to India one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to India are Azerbaijan Airlines (£121), IndiGo (£127), and KLM (£150).

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to India that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Kingdom to India flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to India?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Kingdom to India.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to India?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom to India by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to India?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to India (average of £496). Flying from United Kingdom to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of £747). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from United Kingdom to India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom to India. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest£149Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Royal JordanianCheapest£171Average£580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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SWISSCheapest£212Average£611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Gulf AirCheapest£240Average£489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EgyptairCheapest£247Average£496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£273Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Azerbaijan AirlinesCheapest£283Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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KLMCheapest£284Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£288Average£565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air AstanaCheapest£297Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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