Flying from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Planning your flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.
Take a direct flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 14 hours 19 minutes.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York. Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
The busiest route is from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), with 20 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EWR to DEL is the 11:15 Air India service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:20 with United.
Your flight from New York to DEL won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're going away during a peak month like August, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. You can expect lines to be longer during peak periods like spring break and summer.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Take the express route from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop flights from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) can be booked from here.
Air India is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport jetting out of EWR.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from New York to DEL departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
EWR is approximately 24 kilometres from central New York. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) has direct flights from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
When leaving from JFK, you can pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from New York to DEL. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
Break up your flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between John F. Kennedy International Airport and DEL are:
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
On public transport, you can travel from central New York to JFK in about 1 hour and 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 48 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from New York to DEL, stay in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Reserve a hotel near DEL if you're taking a late flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Rs92,639 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Return flights start from Rs163,516. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from New York to DEL.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Customise your journey with filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New Delhi, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before you book a flight from New York to DEL, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 43ºC.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 22ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in New Delhi right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from New York to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know New Delhi is to visit its top sights. Some highlights include India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Jantar Mantar.
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