Flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making New Delhi nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your LGA to DEL flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LGA and DEL include:
Pearson International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Currently, $591 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,215. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LGA to DEL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LGA to DEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
LaGuardia Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LGA arrive on schedule 80.0% of the time.
LaGuardia Airport is about 18 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGA. Whether you're taking an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider booking a hotel near DEL if you're taking a late LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore New Delhi and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of New Delhi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit New Delhi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport for May if you'd like to go to New Delhi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGA to DEL in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC then.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 3 kilometres west of New Delhi, a trip to Delhi will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, consider Kanpur, about 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church are key reasons to visit.