Flying from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL): What you need to know
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is Frankfurt's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) departing from here.
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International flight.
New Delhi is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt. Delhi Indira Gandhi International is located in New Delhi, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
With 19 direct flights a week between the two airports, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) is the most popular route. Air India operates the earliest flight at 11:15am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from FRA to DEL is with Air India at 9:15pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to DEL.
Popular months like September or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Get to your destination in one go from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Direct flights from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) operate from here.
When taking off from FRA, you can take a direct flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International with Air India.
The top choice among passengers flying between FRA and DEL is Air India.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Air India.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Frankfurt to DEL that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FRA and DEL include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
74% of flights that take off from Frankfurt Airport reach their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International with a stop at Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). A main stopover between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and DEL, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
With public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Frankfurt to DEL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Frankfurt Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near DEL and turn out the lights sooner:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International flight.
Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL) to central New Delhi
Delhi Indira Gandhi International is around 16 kilometres from central New Delhi. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International is R 3,980. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 7,769. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Frankfurt to DEL.
April is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
February is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL). Plan your visit to New Delhi in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your Frankfurt to DEL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about New Delhi
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Delhi Indira Gandhi International, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring New Delhi:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in New Delhi when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for India Gate followed by Mughal Garden and National Museum of Natural History.
Explore more of India
You've done New Delhi, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 225 kilometres southwest to Jaipur to tick off its must-visit sights. From City Palace to Amber Fort and Jaipur, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kilometres northwest of New Delhi, Ludhiana is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
