Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) jetting off from here.
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 8 hours 30 minutes ahead of Rio De Janeiro. Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
To ensure you get on your flight from Rio De Janeiro to DEL, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Rio De Janeiro to DEL departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
GIG is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
About Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to central New Delhi takes around 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Book a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport from $1,124 or travel return from just $1,698. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to DEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Rio De Janeiro to DEL.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to New Delhi in April when things are quieter.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Rio De Janeiro to DEL in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about New Delhi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in New Delhi right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Indira Gandhi International Airport:
India Gate and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib are just two of the big attractions to put on your New Delhi itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Jantar Mantar.
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