How long is the flight from London to New Delhi?

The flight from London (LHR) to New Delhi (DEL) takes about 7h 8m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 3,635 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from London to New Delhi?

It is 4,183 miles (6,731 km, or 3,635 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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LHR → DEL · London Heathrow Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport

The flight from London (LHR) to New Delhi (DEL) takes about 7h 8m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 4,183 miles (6,731 km).

4,183

miles

6,731

kilometers

+5h

time change

eastbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

Beyond range

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

7h 42m

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

7h 8m

When will you arrive?

New Delhi is 5 hours ahead of London. You cross 5 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from London to New Delhi?: About 7h 8m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 4,183 miles, or 6,731 km (3,635 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: New Delhi is 5 hours ahead of London.

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