British Airways has frequent flights to Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, 14 miles south-east of Delhi's city centre. After your flight to Delhi, take a taxi into bustling central Delhi and start to explore this majestic capital. Head for Old Delhi's historic treasures and Mughal Empire monuments to get a real sense of historical Delhi. Then wander around the busy Chandni Chowk market for a shopping spree, Delhi style.
After your flights to Delhi touch down, catch a taxi from outside the Arrivals hall. Buy your prepaid voucher from the counter inside the airport - it's much easier than haggling with drivers outside. The journey into central Delhi takes around half an hour. When your flight to Delhi arrives, there's also an alternative option for getting into Delhi: the Airport Express metro operates daily every twenty minutes, from early morning until late at night, and makes several central stops.
Once your flight to Delhi has landed, learn about India's history at Delhi's National Museum. Explore majestic Mughal Empire landmarks, including Old Delhi's Red Fort, impressive when lit up at night. Catch flights to Delhi to watch the thousands flocking into Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque) at midday prayers, and climb the minaret. Sample Delhi's finest cuisine, from rich lamb dishes to Old Delhi's mouth-watering kebabs. Before your return flights from Delhi, shop at the State Emporia complex for gifts to take home from silks to gemstones and handicrafts. Or join the crowds and shop for Delhi souvenirs like essential oils and spices at Old Delhi's bustling Chandni Chowk market.
