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Travelling from the City of Nawabs to India's capital? A Lucknow to Delhi flight is one of the quickest ways to travel between the two cities, with multiple nonstop services operating throughout the day.
Flights depart from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) and arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). The air distance is approximately 419–425 km, while a direct flight generally takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes, depending on the airline and flight schedule.
Current schedules include direct services from IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express, giving travellers several options across morning, afternoon and evening departures.
With IML Travel, you can compare available flights, fares, timings, baggage allowances and fare conditions before choosing your Lucknow to Delhi flight.
Lucknow to Delhi is a busy domestic air route connecting Uttar Pradesh's capital city with India's national capital.
The route is popular with business travellers, students, families, tourists and passengers travelling onwards from Delhi to other Indian or international destinations.
There are regular nonstop Lucknow to Delhi flights, so passengers can reach the capital without a layover. Current route data lists services from IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express.
The aerial distance is approximately 419–425 km, and direct flights can take around 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes depending on the specific service.
For a short domestic sector, direct is usually the smart move. Less waiting, less airport wandering, more time in Delhi.
Lucknow to Delhi flights operate regularly throughout the week.
Current published schedules show departures ranging from early morning to late evening. FlightConnections lists departures between approximately 04:20 and 23:20, although the exact timings depend on the travel date.
Airlines currently operating direct flights include:
Current schedule data lists around 91 weekly departures across these airlines, although frequency changes according to the operating schedule.
Typical departure periods include:
If you have a meeting in Delhi, choosing an early flight can give you much more usable time after landing.
A direct Lucknow to Delhi flight generally takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes.
Air India currently lists a direct flight duration of approximately 1 hour 5 minutes, while other published schedules show around 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes depending on the flight.
Actual flying time may vary because of:
Since the route is relatively short, a nonstop flight is generally the most convenient option.
| Departure Time from Lucknow | Indicative Starting Fare |
|---|---|
| Before 6 AM | From ₹4,500+ |
| 6 AM – 12 PM | From ₹4,600+ |
| 12 PM – 6 PM | From ₹4,700+ |
| After 6 PM | From ₹4,500+ |
These are indicative fare ranges, not fixed prices. Current published fare listings vary by travel date and airline. Recent listings have shown one-way fares around ₹4,633–₹5,627+ on selected dates.
Always check the live fare on IML Travel before confirming your booking.
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Lucknow flights to Delhi operate from the city's main international airport.
Current airline schedule information lists Terminal 3 for several Lucknow to Delhi services.
Passengers should confirm the terminal on their ticket before travelling.
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Delhi is served by Indira Gandhi International Airport, one of India's busiest aviation hubs.
The airport provides connectivity to:
Passengers continuing to another flight should check the terminal of their connecting service before booking.
Several major airlines currently operate nonstop services on this route.
IndiGo operates frequent direct services between Lucknow and Delhi.
Current schedule data lists around 45 weekly departures on the route, with timings extending from morning through late evening depending on the operating schedule.
IndiGo can be a practical option for passengers looking for frequent departure choices.
Air India also operates direct Lucknow to Delhi flights.
Current Air India information lists around 9 daily flights, although the exact frequency can change according to the schedule.
Air India offers both Economy and Business Class options on the route.
Air India Express operates direct services between Lucknow and Delhi.
Current airline information lists approximately 3 daily nonstop flights, with flight duration around 1 hour 15 minutes on the route.
Available fare types may include Lite, Value, Classic and Flex, depending on the flight.
Booking your Lucknow to Delhi flight ticket with IML Travel is simple:
Don't only compare the headline fare. Check baggage, cancellation and change conditions too.
Airfares on the Lucknow to Delhi route can change depending on demand, travel dates and remaining seats.
Booking in advance can give you more choices, particularly when travelling during:
For flexible travellers, comparing a few nearby dates can help find a better fare.
A Tuesday ticket and a Sunday ticket can sometimes look like two completely different products.
The best departure time depends on your plans in Delhi.
Good for:
Useful for:
Suitable for:
Compare both the fare and total journey timing before selecting your flight.
Flight prices are dynamic and may change several times depending on demand and availability.
Current published fare information shows selected one-way Economy fares around ₹4,000–₹5,600+, depending on the airline and travel date. Air India currently displays selected fares from around ₹5,627, while other published listings show lower fares on selected dates.
Your final fare may depend on:
Lucknow to Delhi flight fares are dynamic and should be checked for the exact date before booking.
A direct flight is normally the preferred option for this route.
Current schedules show frequent nonstop flights between LKO and DEL.
Because the route itself is short, there is usually little reason to choose a connecting itinerary unless the fare or schedule makes it worthwhile.
Baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type.
A common domestic economy allowance may include:
Air India Express currently lists up to 7 kg cabin baggage, while check-in baggage varies by fare category, including 15 kg on several Economy fare types.
Before booking, check:
The cheapest fare may have different baggage benefits from a flexible fare.
Different airlines offer different fare categories.
Generally designed for travellers looking for a lower upfront fare.
Depending on the airline, it may offer:
A balanced option for regular travellers.
It may include:
Useful when your travel plans might change.
Depending on the airline, it can provide:
Always check the fare rules shown during booking.
Want to keep the fare under control? Try these:
Prices can move quickly, so if you find a fare that works well for your date and schedule, waiting too long may not help.
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For a domestic flight from Lucknow to Delhi, reaching the airport around 2 hours before scheduled departure is generally advisable.
Before leaving for the airport, check:
Current airline information lists Terminal 3 for Lucknow departures on this route for several operators.
Terminal information can change, so always verify your latest ticket details.
Web check-in can save time at the airport.
Depending on the airline, passengers may be able to:
Air India Express currently states that web check-in is available from 48 hours until 60 minutes before departure.
Check the airline's applicable check-in window for your particular flight.
Cancellation and date-change conditions depend on the airline and selected fare.
Before booking, review:
Flexible fares may cost more initially but can be useful if your plans aren't fixed.
The fare rules shown at the time of booking should be considered the final applicable conditions.
If your Lucknow to Delhi flight is cancelled or rescheduled by the airline, the available options depend on the airline's policy and the circumstances of the change.
Depending on the case, passengers may be offered:
For passenger-initiated cancellation, the refund is normally calculated after applying the applicable fare rules and cancellation charges.
Refund timelines can vary according to the airline and original payment method.
The route is especially useful for business travellers because of its frequent nonstop connectivity.
Passengers commonly travel between the two cities for:
For a same-day business trip, an early morning departure from Lucknow and a late evening return can maximise your time in Delhi.
Delhi is a major education and employment destination, while Lucknow is home to a large student and professional population.
Flights are convenient for:
For families travelling with children, a nonstop flight can make the journey much easier.
A quick Delhi trip is easy to plan thanks to the frequent direct flights.
You can spend the weekend exploring:
For a short weekend, choose your departure and return times carefully. The flight may be short, but traffic around Delhi can definitely test your patience.
Delhi is one of India's major aviation hubs.
After reaching Delhi, passengers can continue to destinations across:
If you're using Lucknow to Delhi as the first sector of a larger journey, leave enough connection time between flights.
| Air Distance | Approximately 419–425 km |
|---|---|
| Average Direct Flight Duration | Around 1h 05m – 1h 35m |
| Flight Type | Non-stop flights available |
| Key Airlines | IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express |
| Departure Airport | Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), Lucknow |
| Departure Terminal | Terminal 3 for several current services |
| Arrival Airport | Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), Delhi |
| Indicative One-way Fare | From approximately ₹4,600+* |
