Flying from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport is 6 hours 12 minutes.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the most popular route. There are 22 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 20:35. Choose the first IST to DEL departure operated by IndiGo at 20:05 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to DEL.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) leave from this terminal.
IndiGo is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport jetting out of IST.
We make it easy to find a flight from Istanbul to DEL with a stopover. To see your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers between IST and DEL include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Tashkent International Airport (TAS)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
From central Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Planning to leave from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? You can reserve a direct flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) out of this popular hub.
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and DEL are:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to DEL:
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DEL:
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport is $151. The cheapest price for a return flight is $340. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to DEL then.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport if you plan your break for May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing matters when searching for cheap tickets from Istanbul to DEL.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
April is the quietest time to travel to New Delhi. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for New Delhi. The warmest month is May. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to DEL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 43ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about New Delhi
Start your New Delhi trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Indira Gandhi International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. India Gate, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib and Jantar Mantar are top attractions which should be on any well-planned New Delhi itinerary.
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