Flights London → Delhi
LHR → DEL
Route overview
The flight route from London to Delhi is operated using a variety of aircraft including the Boeing 777-300ER, Boeing 777, Boeing 787-8, and Airbus A330-300, providing passengers with multiple options for travel. The destination airport in Delhi sees an annual passenger traffic of 77,820,834, reflecting its status as a major international hub.
The London (LHR) → Delhi (DEL) route is operated by American Airlines, British Airways. FlightGuard's average computed risk is 10.8/100 (low), updated in real time from weather, ATC delays, strikes, NOTAMs, fuel and flight history. At Delhi the average ATFM delay is 2.0 minutes (main cause: atfm). Departing from London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 minutes.
Heading to Delhi: what to expect in this direction
Flying from London (LHR) to Delhi (DEL) heads east for about 6,731 km, a flight time of roughly 8h 50m.
Air-traffic congestion: departing London the average ATFM delay is 1.8 min (atfm); arriving into Delhi it is 2.0 min (atfm).
Route facts
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Airline punctuality on this route
| Airline | On-time | Average delay | Cancellations |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways (BA) | 77% | 17 min | 2.4% |
| American Airlines (AA) | 74% | 16 min | 3.0% |
Airlines operating LHR-DEL
Airports
Frequently asked questions about LHR-DEL
Route-specific punctuality data isn't available yet. Check your flight on FlightGuard for a real-time analysis.
The cancellation rate varies by airline and season. Check your flight risk for an up-to-date estimate.
The route is operated by 2 airlines: American Airlines, British Airways.
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The London-Delhi route is about 6,731 km: for a cancellation (with less than 14 days' notice), a delay over 3 hours, or denied boarding, UK261 compensation is £520, barring extraordinary circumstances.
