Flights to India

One of the world’s most populous and dynamic countries, India’s offering as a destination is expanding seemingly by the day.

It presents an endless variety of cities, captivating religious sites and stunning natural landscapes. There are sprawling metropolises like Mumbai, famed for its Bollywood film scene, and cultural hotbeds like Kolkata.

The northern city of New Delhi is teeming with historical monuments like the India Gate and the Red Fort. Like much of India, the capital is a thrilling attack on the senses – rickshaws jostle on the narrow streets while market vendors tout their colourful fabrics and aromatic dishes. New Delhi, along with Agra and Jaipur, form the coveted Golden Triangle, a touristic circuit featuring three of India’s most iconic cities.

To the south is Agra, a beautiful city which sits on the banks of the sacred Yamuna River. It’s home to the Taj Mahal, a world-famous mausoleum renowned for its exquisite domed roof. Jaipur lies west of Agra and is characterised by its elegant pink buildings and majestic City Palace.

Southern India has many gems to offer, with Bengaluru a beacon of the country’s whirlwind IT and digital revolution. The densely populated Hyderabad, known as the City of Pearls thanks to its diamond-trading legacy, is also renowned as a technological powerhouse of the south. Cars and bikes plough relentlessly through the wider streets of these two thriving cities, with glossy modern structures peering above the traditional palaces and temples.

While India isn’t typically acclaimed for its coastline, it provides a wealth of picturesque beaches dotted along both its eastern and western shoulders. Explore Kerala, where the bustling atmosphere subsides to palm tree-lined waterways, lush green hills and tranquil sandy shorelines. Kerala serves as a launchpad for discovering the Western Ghats mountain range, where elephants, monkeys and tigers roam the national parks.

Mouth-watering food is synonymous with India, with its regions famed for a diverse selection of dishes. From aromatic biryani in Hyderabad and intense vindaloos in Goa, to fresh seafood on the Malabar Coast, there are dishes to satisfy all tastes.