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Direct Flights to India from the UK
Direct flights from the UK to India make travel quick and convenient for both business and leisure travellers. With nonstop routes operating from major UK airports, you can fly directly to India without the need for stopovers.
India is well connected to the UK year-round, offering easy access to key destinations across the country.
Flight deals to India from the UK
Gulf Air
Manchester (MAN) - Mumbai (BOM)
Gulf Air
Mumbai (BOM) - Manchester (MAN)
Etihad Airways
Manchester (MAN) - Mumbai (BOM)
Etihad Airways
Mumbai (BOM) - Manchester (MAN)
Etihad Airways
Manchester (MAN) - Delhi (DEL)
Etihad Airways
Delhi (DEL) - Manchester (MAN)
Gulf Air
London (LHR) - Delhi (DEL)
Gulf Air
Delhi (DEL) - London (LHR)
Which UK Airports Offer Direct Flights to India
London Heathrow
London Gatwick
Birmingham
India Cities You Can Fly to Direct from the UK
Flight Time: 8h 30m – 9h 30m
Airport: Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
India's capital with historic monuments and modern culture.
Flight Time: 9h – 9h 45m
Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj (BOM)
India's financial capital and Bollywood heartland.
Flight Time: 10h – 10h 30m
Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)
Historic city known for Charminar and biryani.
Airport: Cochin International (COK)
A major port city in Kerala, known for its backwaters, beaches, and rich cultural heritage.
Airlines Flying Direct from the UK to India
Air India
British Airways
Virgin Atlantic
Flight Time from the UK to India
Direct flights from the UK to India cover a significant distance. The average nonstop flight time is around 8 hours 30 minutes to 10 hours 30 minutes, depending on the UK departure airport and the India city you are flying to. India is approximately 4,100 to 5,300 miles (6,600 to 8,500 km) from the UK by air.
Best Time to Fly Direct to India from the UK
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Ideal Booking Time
6–10 weeks in advance for the lowest fares.
2
Cheapest Travel Months
April to June and September to November for cheaper prices.
3
Avoiding Peak Periods
Diwali, Christmas, and peak wedding season (November-February) if travelling on a budget.
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