India
United Kingdom
Delhi to London Time Difference
London is 4.5 hours behind Delhi
Delhi vs London — At a Glance
Delhi to London — Hour-by-Hour
About Delhi and London
Delhi (population: 16.8M) is known for India's political capital, Red Fort, Connaught Place, and government administration. London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway.
Business Hours Overlap
Delhi is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with London.
Calling Between Cities
To call London (+44) from Delhi (+91), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Delhi — that corresponds to morning hours in London when people are usually available.
Currency
Delhi uses INR while London uses GBP. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Delhi and London share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Delhi and London visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Delhi and London?
London, United Kingdom is 4.5 hours behind Delhi, India. Delhi is in the Asia/Kolkata timezone (UTC+5:30) and London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Delhi, what time is it in London?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Delhi, it's 7:30 AM in London.
What is the best time to call London from Delhi?
The best time to call London from Delhi is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Delhi, it's 4:30 AM in London. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Delhi for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does London use?
London, United Kingdom uses GBP. Delhi uses INR. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in London?
The primary language in London is English. Delhi also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial London from Delhi?
To call London from Delhi, dial your international access code followed by +44 and the local number. Delhi uses country code +91 and London uses +44.
