Flights to India

The length of a flight from London to India depends on where you’re travelling to. Flights to Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad take around 10 hours, while flights to Delhi take around eight hours and 45 minutes. Flights to Mumbai take just over nine hours.

We fly to India from London Heathrow Airport.

Use our low fare finder to discover the cheapest time to fly to India. The most popular time to visit is between October and March. This period offers pleasant temperatures and is perfect for exploring outside and enjoying festival season with events like Diwali, Holi and Pushkar Camel Fair. To save on your flights book during the summer or autumn and enjoy soaring temperatures.

India is the seventh largest country in the world and has a diverse climate, so the weather can vary based on region. However, most of the country enjoys warm and dry conditions during the winter, so it’s a great time to visit.

You can make a trip to India fit any budget. To explore major cities and scenic locations, you can use the affordable public transport system. For mealtimes, you can easily find street food vendors serving flavoursome samosas, dosas and chai. Many attractions including historical landmarks like the Taj Mahal and the Amber Palace have low entry fees. You can also explore local markets for wallet-friendly souvenirs and handcrafted gifts.

The two main ways to get around India are planes and trains. You can book luxury trains where you’ll enjoy air conditioning and higher-end services.

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what India has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

From exploring the scenic tea plantations of Assam to the serene backwaters of Alleppey and the ghost town of Dhanushkodi, each visit to India offers something different. Explore the opulent Chettinad Mansions in Tamil Nadu to experience South India’s architecture. You can also visit the sprawling salt desert of Rann of Kutch that hosts the annual Rann Utsav festival. For nature lovers, Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh is known for its surreal landscapes, ancient monasteries and stargazing opportunities. You can also experience the world’s biggest river island, Majuli Island in Assam, which is known for its tribal culture and green landscapes.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

British passport holders must have a valid visa to travel to India. The Indian eVisa is available to apply for online. You can find out more information, check your visa requirements and apply by visiting the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way. 

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