London to Bhubaneswar Flights

Bhubaneswar is the capital city of the Indian state of Odisha. Seamlessly blending rich traditions with modernity, the city is as vibrant as it is culturally rich. A prime centre for arts and culture, the city hosts extravagant celebrations of various festivals and cultural traditions throughout the year. Home to several architectural marvels, lush green parks and serene lakes, Bhubaneswar lends a fascinating experience to people visiting it for both exploration and leisure. Distinguished by its delectable cuisine, warm hospitality and firm connection to its heritage, the city is an utter favourite tourist destination.

IndiGo offers several options for the lowest-fare flight from London to Bhubaneswar or Bhubaneswar to London flight tickets. The airline operates regular flights to Bhubaneswar and is applauded for its exceptional customer service. For comfortable travel, you can even pre-book your meals through the 6E Eats feature offered by IndiGo. To book your flights, visit goIndiGo.in.

• Distance: The aerial distance between London and Bhubaneswar is approximately 7,987 km.
• Flights: IndiGo provides regular direct flights to Bhubaneswar from London.
• Flight duration: The flight duration from London to Bhubaneswar varies between 20 hours to 28 hours. This time variation is based on factors like the flight chosen and the layover duration.

Having an abundance of temples scattered across the city, Bhubaneswar is a major tourist and pilgrim attraction of Odisha in India. Covered in a green canopy of forests, it is known for its architectural splendour owing to the presence of some of the most ancient Kalinga temples in the world. Rich in culture, and enthusiastic in nature, the city promises a fascinating visit to all tourists.

Places to visit in Bhubaneswar

• Lingaraja Temple : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Lingaraja Temple is one of the oldest Hindu temples in the Indian state of Odisha. A prime tourist hotspot, this temple is an important landmark that distinguishes the city of Bhubaneswar. Culminating the medieval ages through its Kalinga architecture, the temple consists of a sanctum, a festival hall, an assembly hall and a hall of offerings. Shivaratri is celebrated with much pomp and vigour at the temple witnessing a massive footfall of pilgrims every year around this time.
• Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves : Commonly known as the Cuttack Caves, these caves have a partially natural occurrence with a partial artificial construction made at a later time. Having major historical and religious importance, these caves are situated on two adjacent hills; Udayagiri and Khandagiri, hence the name. Udayagiri has a total of 18 caves while Khandagiri has 15. Falling under the ‘must see” Indian Heritage list, these caves are a favourite tourist spot.
• Rajarani Temple : Dating back to the 11th century, this temple is known for its erotic carvings of women and couples lending it the name ‘love temple’. Built in the pancharatha style, the temple features two structures on a raised platform - a central shrine and a viewing hall. Constructed with dull red and yellow coloured sandstone that is locally called Rajarani, the temple is a must-visit for those interested in marvelling at distinct styles of architecture.
• Regional Museum of Natural History : A one-of-its-kind museum, this is a primary tourist hotspot in the Indian state of Odisha. With a massive amount of biodiversity on display sourced from as far as the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Madagascar region and African forests, this museum promises a fascinating visit for all nature lovers.
• Parsurameswara Temple : Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this Hindu temple is one of the oldest temples to ever exist. Built in the Nagara style, the temple flaunts the distinct architectural style of Kalinga temples of the pre-10th century. It houses sculpted images of Shakta deities and also contains depictions of the Saptamatrikas, that are of major religious significance. The temple is a prime spot to visit by tourists and pilgrims all year round.

Bhubaneswar Airport

Bhubaneswar Airport, also known as the Biju Patnaik International Airport (IATA Code: BBI), serves the capital city of Odisha in India. Located at a distance of about 6 km from the city centre, the airport is conveniently accessible to travellers. At the airport itself, passengers can enjoy a range of amenities including lounges, shopping stores, restaurants, currency exchange and car rental services. Outside of the airport, passengers can easily avail of a mode of transport of their choice - both public and private.

London is the capital city of England and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Home to some of the most iconic landmarks like the Big Ben, Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace, the city is the perfect amalgamation of history, culture and modernity. A multicultural metropolis, London exhibits unmatched fervour for art, music and a varied food palette. Distinguished by its winding streets, red telephone booths and double-decker buses, London is a uniquely rewarding destination to visit.

London Airport

In London City, there are six main international airports. They are Heathrow, Stansted, Gatwick, Luton, Southend, and London City Airport. Together, they make up the world's busiest airport system. The following two airports serve as the departure points for IndiGo flights to Bhubaneswar from London:

• Gatwick Airport (LGW) - Gatwick Airport, a notable international airport in London, is the second-largest airport in the United Kingdom in terms of passenger volume. The airport provides easy access to central London and is located about 47 kilometres south of the city. To travel between the terminals, passengers can board complimentary inter-terminal buses. Additionally, you can benefit from tax-free shopping at airport stores and enjoy meals of your choice from the many available options.
  
• Heathrow Airport (LHR) - Heathrow is the largest airport in the United Kingdom. This airport is located around 23 km to the west of the city centre. With its extensive network of flights connecting to destinations across the globe, Heathrow is one of the most popular and busiest airports around the world. The airport is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, and a wide range of amenities, including shopping centres, restaurants, and lounges. Widely connected by all modes of transport, the airport is easily accessible from all major roads in the city.

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