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Cheapest round-trip
$842
Typical prices: $849-$1,045
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Thu 1/18Wed 7/18
DEL - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$549
Typical prices: $500-$873
Delta
Tue 10/30
DEL - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between New Delhi and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $914 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Delhi to Dulles Intl (DEL-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New Delhi to Dulles Intl

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jul 18
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9:55 am - 3:55 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:00 pm - 8:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$842Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Apr 17
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8:55 am - 9:05 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
34h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:10 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$843Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:25 am - 9:05 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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2:35 pm - 3:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
25h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$844Etihad Airways
Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Apr 1
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9:55 am - 3:55 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
40h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:00 pm - 8:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$853Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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10:00 pm - 5:00 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 30m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl London Heathrow
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6:55 pm - 9:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
28h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
$854Virgin Atlantic
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
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6:30 pm - 5:00 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
33h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl London Heathrow
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6:55 pm - 2:40 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
$854Virgin Atlantic
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, May 13
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4:10 pm - 8:10 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:00 pm - 8:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$856Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 11 - Tue, Mar 16
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9:40 pm - 8:30 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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9:05 pm - 8:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
25h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$857Qatar Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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3:20 am - 3:45 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:00 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
27h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
$920Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:10 am - 4:30 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:00 am - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
33h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle
$920Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, it is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $848 round-trip.
•August ($1,119) and January ($1,005) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from New Delhi to Dulles Intl

 
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on DEL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$549
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
Flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Your New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Do I have to book an extra ticket when flying with an infant?

    This depends on the airline you’re booking with. Most airlines, such as Turkish Airlines, will require you to book an additional ticket only when traveling with more than one infant. If this is your case, one infant can travel while sitting on your lap while the other must be fastened in a car-type child seat on the airplane seat. When flying with only one infant, you don’t have to pay for an extra seat, as the infant can travel while sitting on your lap.

  • What are the layover options for this route?

    There are a few cities where you could potentially have your layover when traveling from New Delhi (DEL) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD). The layover destinations are usually determined by the airline, so be sure to choose the airline you’re flying with cautiously due to transit visa restrictions. The most popular options on this route include Istanbul when flying with Turkish Airlines, Abu Dhabi when flying with Etihad Airways, and if you choose United Airlines, your layover will be at Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) - where you’ll have a transfer to LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Which airline has the best first-class amenities?

    Out of all the airlines serving this route, Emirates has arguably the best first-class amenities for its passengers. The seats can convert to a full-length bed of close to 2 meters, and the crew will even provide you with pillows and bedding for a comfortable sleep. In addition, you will be provided with an Emirates Private Collection Bulgari amenity kit to ensure you are 100% fresh when landing.

  • Is public transport available from Dulles Airport to the city center?

    Yes, there is a train connection from Washington Dulles to the city center. However, it is not direct - making it a little time-consuming. From the airport, you will take the Silver Line Express to Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station, where you can take the Silver Line train into downtown. A more convenient option would be using the taxi service, which is available 24/7 and will drop you off at any destination.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-200LR variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $902 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $980, a difference of $78. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 24% above the route average of $929. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 7,487 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $842 to $8,052. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $558, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 27m, compared with 20h 02m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 20h 44m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between New Delhi and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 9 hours behind New Delhi (Eastern Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $849 to $1,045, with an average of $929 over the past 12 months. Anything below $849 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $902 - about $78 less than Saturday (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Delhi to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for December. Fares historically average $848 round-trip in that month - typically $271 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • Emirates and IndiGo provide passengers in economy class with a baggage allowance of two free checked bags and a carry-on for this flight route. Delta, on the other hand, has an allowance of only one checked bag with any additional bags incurring additional charges.
  • Using public transport to commute to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) can be very inconvenient and time-consuming, potentially causing you to miss your flight. The most reliable option would be getting a cab, which is available everywhere in Downtown Delhi, and asking them to drop you off at the airport terminal.
  • Air India is the only airline providing nonstop flights from New Delhi to Washington D.C. If you want to avoid any layovers, this would be the best option to book with.
  • Turkish Airlines has two options for travelers booking economy seats. There are Flexible seats - which are refundable and allow you to change tickets at any time, and Semi Flexible - which charges an extra fee for ticket changes and refunds.
  • Both Delta and Turkish Airlines provide passengers in Economy class with free Wi-Fi, meaning you can work, check emails, and even stream your favorite shows on board.

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