Traveling from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
3 hours 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
The busiest route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), with 88 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from DXB to DEL is the 12:05am Air India service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 11:10pm with SpiceJet.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to DEL.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during high season in general.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) out of Dubai International Airport (DXB).
Direct flights from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport are available from a good selection of airlines at DXB. Get on board with any of these:
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Air India between DXB and DEL.
Among carriers operating on this route, IndiGo has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dubai to DEL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dubai International Airport (DXB). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Intl Airport (LKO)
DXB is around 14 kilometers from central Dubai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Dubai International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai International Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from the center of Dubai in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to DEL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
57% of flights leaving Al Maktoum International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near DEL:
Travel at your own speed with a Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Rental and venture far and wide through New Delhi and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, central New Delhi is around 16 kilometers away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city center by car.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Currently, $140 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $243. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dubai to DEL.
The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning your trip dates. September is the quietest month to visit New Delhi. January is when most people book flights from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Dubai to DEL plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Delhi to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
More about New Delhi
After booking your flight from Dubai to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring New Delhi:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned New Delhi itinerary.
Explore more of India
New Delhi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers northwest of New Delhi, a visit to Ludhiana will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.
Around 241 kilometers north of New Delhi, Chandigarh is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden.
