India is said to be the country where you go to challenge yourself, known for its bustling mega cities like Mumbai, spicy curries, tourist attractions like the Taj Mahal, and curious people who will stop you on the street to get a photo with you at every chance they get.

Every trip to India involves a great deal of planning because of its sheer size, but the rewards you reap for conquering this amazing country are worth it.

When Is The Best Time To Visit India?

India has a tropical climate, so you need to be cautious when choosing when to visit, as you don't want to be stuck in bad weather for your whole trip. You won’t have to worry about your budget too much though, regardless of the time of year, as the country is generally cheap.

Most people travel to India in the winter, from December until March, as these are the months with bearable weather. It won't be as humid as in the summer, and spells of rain are scarce. Yes, there are plenty of tourists, but because India is a cheap country in general, the prices are affordable.

If you plan on visiting India in the summer season, also referred to as the off-season, prepare for high humidity levels, plenty of thunderstorms, and the possibility of cyclones in some parts of the country. Without a doubt, visiting India during these months is extremely budget-friendly, but you'll have to grin and bear the weather to be there for the least expensive time.

Cheapest month to fly to India

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Annual Avg. Price	816 CAD
September 2023	688 CAD
October 2023	588 CAD
November 2023	792 CAD
December 2023	916 CAD
January 2024	808 CAD
February 2024	811 CAD
March 2024	896 CAD
April 2024	864 CAD
May 2024	908 CAD
June 2024	782 CAD
July 2024	835 CAD
August 2024	905 CAD

How To Get Around India

Modes Of Transport In India

Mode of transport	Price per person/ride	Where to buy a ticket/catch a taxi	Additional info
Train	City-to-city - Average €5 internal city - average €3.	At the train station or online on the IRTC website.	At the time of booking your tickets, reserve a seat, or else you'll be standing. Indian trains fill up fast.
Bus	City-to-city - Average €5 internal city - average €0.11.	At the bus station from the ticket counter or online through Redbus.	Buses in India can take quite a while to reach a destination, so don't expect to arrive on time.
Tuk Tuk	€0.11 per kilometer	Pay the driver once you arrive.	Negotiate a price with the driver before getting into the vehicle to avoid being scammed.

How To Get From The Airport To The City Center

Airport name	Nearest biggest city	Mode of transport	Duration	Price per person/ride
Mumbai International Airport (BOM)	Mumbai	Taxi	60 minutes	€9
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)	New Delhi	Metro	20 minutes	€1.53
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS)	Varanasi	Taxi	23 minutes	€5 to €7

What Are The Best India Travel Tips?

Must-Have Local Apps In India?

Ola Cabs - Ridesharing
Incredible India - Inspiration for places to go
IRTC - For booking trains
Yatra - Low-cost hotels, experiences, and flights
Weather Bug - Live weather updates

Which Are The Things You Should Know For Your Upcoming Trip To India?

Sim card providers - Airtel, Jio, Vi, and Airalo
Currency used - Indian Rupee
Exchange rate - (€1 - ₹90.96) ($1 - ₹81.75)
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Content Outline

Travel To India
When Is The Best Time To Visit India?
How To Get Around India
Modes Of Transport In India
How To Get From The Airport To The City Center
What Are The Best India Travel Tips?
Must-Have Local Apps In India?
Which Are The Things You Should Know For Your Upcoming Trip To India?

India COVID-19 travel restrictions

Your trip summary

Most travellers from Toronto, YYZ can enter New Delhi, DEL, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Visa requirements	Electronic visitor visa

Return

Travel restrictions	Travel is allowed Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements	Electronic visitor visa

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in India in our dedicated Stories article.