Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): what you need to know
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-4, which is nine hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Your DEL to PHL flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DEL and PHL:
London Heathrow Airport
Pearson International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
C$596 is the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Return flights start at C$952. These prices can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from DEL to PHL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.17% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Reserve a hotel near PHL if you're on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car and discover Philadelphia and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia
You'll find PHL at Industrial Highway and Island Road.
Philadelphia International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Philadelphia. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
August is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Philadelphia in February.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DEL to PHL in January. Average temperatures are between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Philadelphia. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Boston is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 434 kilometres north-east of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without dropping by Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.