Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LAX to DEL flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between LAX and DEL include:
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
At the moment, R 6,736 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,446. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to DEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LAX to DEL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Reserve a hotel near DEL if you have a late Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to New Delhi in April.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to DEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
New Delhi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 3 kilometres west of New Delhi, a trip to Delhi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you're eager to discover another corner of India, consider Kanpur, about 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are key highlights.