Traveling from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Around 5 hours is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Basra.
Your BSR to DEL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Iraqi Airways offers direct flights from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in New Delhi — and maybe even more of India if time allows.
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers BSR to DEL flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BSR and DEL include:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight is $282. A round-trip ticket right now is $622. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from BSR to DEL by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Landing cheap flights from BSR to DEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Basra International Airport (BSR)
Basra International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BSR land on schedule 86.43% of the time.
To reach Basra International Airport from central Basra, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, check out Basrah International Airport Hotel. It's a short drive from BSR.
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Grab an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Rental are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the center of New Delhi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometers away.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to New Delhi in April.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your flights from Basra International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BSR to DEL in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. Around 3 kilometers west of New Delhi, a trip to Delhi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Around 386 kilometers south-east of New Delhi, Kanpur is another favorite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
