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