India’s capital can be overwhelming at first, but once you get your bearings in this huge metropolis it is a fascinating, energetic and eccentric location that will utterly charm you with its warmth and character. Packed full of historical sites, an ultra-modern commercial centre and huge temples, it is an eclectic mix of old and new.

Fly to Delhi with Qatar Airways and discover India’s capital, and one of the world’s oldest cities. If you’re travelling to Delhi and India for the first time, be prepared to immerse yourself in a heady variety of cultures, traditions and architecture.

Check the price of flights to Delhi further below and book Economy or Premium Class flights to Delhi to explore ancient mosques, colonial treasures and bustling streets that enliven the senses.

A strategically important airport and one of the key hubs for northern Iraq, Erbil International Airport is once again establishing itself as a well organised and pleasant starting point for both leisure and business trips. Passengers flying from Erbil with Qatar Airways will find it a friendly and welcoming airport that puts a real emphasis on personal service. Relatively new with expansion plans in the pipeline, Erbil International Airport has one of the longest runways in the world, and is capable of catering for the largest passenger aircraft such as the Airbus 380.

Transportation and parking

Transport to and from Erbil International Airport should be arranged in advance by your hotel or business contacts, as security is still extremely tight in the region. Public transport is very limited and somewhat sporadic, so the most practical and reliable method of travelling to the airport is either using a hire car, a shuttle service (provided by some major hotels), or by pre-arranged taxis. Parking at the airport is limited, although this is set to improve in the future as the airport grows in importance as a commercial hub for the region.

Arriving at the airport

Passengers flying from Erbil with Qatar Airways depart from the main building’s Departure lounge. There are VIP and CIP lounges available in the terminal for VIPs, dignitaries and First Class passengers. Be aware that security in this part of Iraq is exceptionally tight and thorough. Allow at least two to three hours for check-in and to clear security checks. It is important to ensure all your paperwork is in order before you arrive at the airport.

Facilities and amenities

The airport is home to modern and efficient facilities. Duty Free shops offer a wide range of goods including luxury items and perfume, and food vendors offer a selection of snacks and beverages for waiting passengers. ATMs and currency exchange facilities are available, although Wi-Fi can be a little sporadic and patchy. Other facilities include mother-and-baby changing areas, disabled assistance and some limited business services.

India’s capital can be overwhelming at first, but once you get your bearings in this huge metropolis it is a fascinating, energetic and eccentric location that will utterly charm you with its warmth and character. Packed full of historical sites, an ultra-modern commercial centre and huge temples, it is an eclectic mix of old and new.

Book a flight to Delhi with Qatar Airways and you’ll be enchanted with this incredible city from the moment you touch down. With a heritage that is said to date back over 5,000 years, it has been destroyed and rebuilt many times, turning it into a maze of streets, squares, alleyways and districts that could take a lifetime to explore fully. Its incredible atmosphere is bound to draw you back again and again.

Tourist attractions

At the top of most visitors’ lists of places to see is the iconic Red Fort. This vivid red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the Taj Mahal) as his palace in 1648. Surrounded by beautifully lush, green gardens, it’s still a magnificent sight today.

Sitting between the Fort and the main gate is Chatta Chowk or the Covered Bazaar, where you can buy a wide selection of souvenirs, trinkets and jewellery. Also make time to visit the Diwan-i-Khas, (Hall of Private Audience). A beautiful building constructed entirely out of marble, it is where the emperor received special visitors.

Humayun's Tomb in south Delhi, near Hazrat Nizamuddin station, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site and a truly spectacular building. It is surrounded by immaculate gardens in the Persian Char Bagh (four corners) style.

Dating back even further is another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Qutub complex in Mehrauli, which dates from the Slave Dynasty of 1206 to 1290. It’s a complex of beautiful buildings including the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and the intricately carved Tomb of Iltutmish.

Travel considerations

Flights to Delhi with Qatar Airways land at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Delhi please check the visa and passport requirements.