Flying from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Los Angeles to DEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it easy to find a flight from Los Angeles to DEL with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and DEL include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
LAX is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Break up your flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Van Nuys Airport and DEL include:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take you 34 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your flight from Los Angeles to DEL:
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Book a hotel close to DEL if you're taking a late flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Pick one of these 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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
For a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport, R 7,186 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just R 14,099. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Los Angeles to DEL, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
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Customise your journey with filters. Adjust the number of stops, total duration, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to New Delhi. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Before you book a flight from Los Angeles to DEL, think about the type 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. Average temperatures range between 8ºC and 22ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in New Delhi right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Los Angeles to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Jantar Mantar are must-visits when exploring New Delhi.
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