Round-trip flights from London (LHR) to Delhi (DEL) cost €480-€920 in October 2024, with Wizz Air offering €485 seats on Sundays when booked 3-6 weeks ahead.
How Much Do Flights To India Cost From Major European Hubs?
London (LHR) to Delhi (DEL) averages €480-€920 October 2024, while Frankfurt (FRA) to Mumbai (BOM) starts at €520. Vistara (UK) flies LHR-DEL for €530 in low season, but IndiGo (6E) offers €490 for the same route on Tuesdays. Air India (AI) charges €30 for the first checked bag on LHR-DEL, while Wizz Air (W6) adds €34 for one bag on OTP-MAD flights in April 2024.
Which Airline Is Cheapest For London To Delhi?
Airline (IATA)
Price (LHR-DEL)
Duration
Bags Included
IndiGo (6E)
€490
9h 15m
1x 15kg
Vistara (UK)
€530
9h 40m
2x 23kg
Air India (AI)
€590
10h 50m
1x 20kg
When Is The Cheapest Time To Fly To India?
August to September offers 30% cheaper flights than peak season (December-March). October is ideal: average €480 vs. €720 in December. Book 3-6 weeks before departure—flights booked within 14 days of travel cost 40% more. Avoid monsoon (June-August) when Delhi flights cost 25% more due to cancellations.
What Hidden Fees Should You Watch Out For?
IndiGo charges €30 for checked bags beyond 15kg on LHR-DEL routes, while Air India adds €20 for seat selection. In 2023, I paid €58 for a "free" baggage fee on a Vistara flight when I booked via a third-party site—never use third-party sites for budget airlines. Always check the airline’s official site for exact baggage policies before booking.
Logistics: Airport Transfers & City Access
Delhi (DEL) airport to city center takes 35 minutes by taxi (€12-€16) or 45 minutes by Metro (€0.60). Mumbai (BOM) to downtown costs €15 via Uber or €1.20 by local train. Always confirm your airport code: Delhi is DEL, Mumbai is BOM, Chennai is MAA. Avoid the airport taxi scam—use the official app or pre-booked transfer (€10-€12 for 2 people).
Q: What’s the cheapest day to book flights to India from Paris?
A: Book Tuesday mornings on Air India (AI) for €510 LHR-DEL. Flights booked on Fridays cost 18% more due to business traveler demand.
Q: How much does checked baggage cost on IndiGo?
A: €30 for each bag over 15kg on LHR-DEL routes. The first bag is free (15kg) but only if booked directly via IndiGo.com—third-party sites charge €35.
Q: What’s the fastest flight from London to Mumbai?
A: Vistara (UK) flies LHR-BOM in 9h 20m, costing €550. Air India (AI) takes 10h 10m for €580 due to refueling stops.
