Flying from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 13 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Los Angeles to DEL.
Going away during a peak month like December? High seasons (like Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to DEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LAX land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to DEL flight? Check in to a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central New Delhi. It takes around 35 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is $670. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,219. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to DEL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). January is the peak month for travel to New Delhi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in September.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your Los Angeles to DEL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about New Delhi
Start your New Delhi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your New Delhi trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions that are worth your time include India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate.
Explore more of India
Ludhiana is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen New Delhi. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.
Chandigarh is another well-known destination in India and is around 241 kilometres north of New Delhi. No trip is complete without experiencing Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden.