Flying from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Rio de Janeiro. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Rio de Janeiro to DEL.
Popular months like January or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DEL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rio de Janeiro to SDU in around 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 5 kilometers away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Start your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Rio de Janeiro to DEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport:
79% of all departures from Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Reserve a hotel near DEL if you have a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
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 get to the city center by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
$778 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Return flights start from $1,203. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
January is the most popular month for flights from Rio de Janeiro to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). Visit New Delhi in September for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Book your Rio de Janeiro to DEL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro 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 do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate are popular attractions which should feature on every New Delhi itinerary.
Explore more of India
New Delhi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometers south-west of New Delhi, a visit to Jaipur will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like City Palace, Amber Fort and Jaipur.
Ludhiana is another standout destination in India and is around 290 kilometers north-west of New Delhi. No journey is complete without a visit to Iskcon Ludhiana, Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir.