Delhi
India's sprawling capital, with Mughal monuments, Old Delhi's food lanes and the Taj Mahal within reach.
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What Delhi is like
Delhi is India's sprawling capital, where the narrow lanes of Old Delhi meet the grand avenues of New Delhi. It has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is the starting point for many trips around north India.
Don't miss
- 01Red FortThe Mughal emperors' red sandstone fort.
- 02Humayun's TombA garden tomb that inspired the Taj Mahal.
- 03Qutub MinarA soaring 13th-century minaret.
- 04Chandni ChowkThe crowded heart of Old Delhi, famous for food.
Where to stay
- Connaught PlaceCentral, with good transport.
- South DelhiQuieter, with good restaurants.
Worth knowing
Delhi has three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb and the Qutub Minar.
Mehrauli Archaeological Park: ruins hidden in woodland
Photo: Slyronit · CC BY-SA 4.0
Over a hundred tombs, mosques and stepwells scattered through quiet woods next to the Qutub Minar.
Direct flights to Delhi from the UK
| From | Airlines | Months with flights | Distance | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | Air India · British Airways · IndiGo · Virgin Atlantic | All year | 4,183 mi | Fares → |
From the airlines' and Heathrow Airport's own timetables for October 2026 to September 2027. Pick an airport to see the exact days.
Weather in Delhi by month
Average daytime highs. The warmest months are April, May, June.
| Month | Day | Night | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19° | 8° | – |
| February | 24° | 11° | – |
| March | 31° | 15° | – |
| April | 37° | 21° | – |
| May | 41° | 26° | – |
| June | 40° | 27° | – |
| July | 36° | 26° | – |
| August | 34° | 26° | – |
| September | 34° | 24° | – |
| October | 33° | 20° | – |
| November | 28° | 14° | – |
| December | 22° | 8° | – |
Long-term averages from the national weather service's station record, as compiled on Wikipedia (Climate of Delhi). This station doesn't publish a count of rainy days with at least 1mm, so we don't show one.
Before you go
- You need a visa. Most holidaymakers apply online for an e-Visa: check it covers the airport you land at, and apply in plenty of time.
- Fill in the e-arrival card online in the 72 hours before you arrive.
- Your passport must expire at least 6 months after you arrive and have 2 blank pages.
From the Foreign Office's India travel advice, checked on 16 October 2026. Rules change, so check it before you travel.