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Cheapest round-trip
$983
Typical prices: $890-$1,294
Etihad Airways
Wed 2/7Sun 2/18
RDU - DEL • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$492
Typical prices: $524-$879
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/31
RDU - DEL • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and New Delhi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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April
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
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Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $1,025 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 20h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to New Delhi (RDU-DEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to New Delhi

Sun, Feb 7 - Thu, Feb 18
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11:09 am - 3:00 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
29h 21m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:35 am - 11:52 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
29h 47m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$983Etihad Airways
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 31
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11:09 am - 7:45 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
34h 06m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:20 pm - 6:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
36h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$983Etihad Airways
Fri, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 7
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5:30 pm - 12:50 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
32h 50m1 stop Newark
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12:05 am - 5:09 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 34m1 stop Newark
$985Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 11 - Fri, Jan 22
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7:30 pm - 5:15 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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6:55 am - 11:04 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
38h 39m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$988Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 19
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2:00 pm - 5:15 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
28h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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6:55 am - 11:46 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 21m2 stops Istanbul Boston Logan Intl
$993Turkish Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 17
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7:30 pm - 5:15 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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6:55 am - 11:52 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 27m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,001Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 17
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3:52 pm - 8:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
29h 58m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 pm - 11:56 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
30h 16m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,018Qatar Airways
Thu, Mar 18 - Fri, Apr 23
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1:41 pm - 8:20 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
33h 09m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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9:30 pm - 7:04 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
31h 04m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,021Qatar Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:00 am - 1:25 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
20h 55m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:05 am - 12:24 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 49m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,095Air India
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:45 am - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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12:05 am - 12:24 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 49m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,106Air India
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to New Delhi flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Raleigh to New Delhi?

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to New Delhi typically range from $890 to $1,294. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $983, on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to New Delhi?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to New Delhi. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to New Delhi?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to New Delhi at $839 round-trip.
•June ($1,256) and July ($1,234) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Raleigh to New Delhi the cheapest?

Flights from Raleigh to New Delhi are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% 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 Raleigh to New Delhi

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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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.

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Key details for Raleigh to New Delhi flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$492
Beat the crowds with an average 63% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 106% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to New Delhi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Raleigh to New Delhi flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to New Delhi:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to New Delhi takes 00m, covering 7,711 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Raleigh to New Delhi flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to New Delhi range from $890 to $1,294, with an average of $1,057 over the past 12 months. Anything below $890 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Raleigh to New Delhi flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $1,057 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Raleigh to New Delhi looking right now?

    One-way fares from Raleigh to New Delhi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $563, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    Flights from Raleigh to New Delhi usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Raleigh to New Delhi pass through?

    One-stop flights from Raleigh to New Delhi most commonly connect through:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Raleigh to New Delhi. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $994 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,106, a difference of $112.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Raleigh to New Delhi?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 37m, compared with 21h 04m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 21h 16m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and New Delhi?

    New Delhi is 9 hours ahead of Raleigh (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in New Delhi?

    Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are Karol Bagh, Pragati Maidan and Khan Market. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

  • Where can I sleep at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)?

    Holiday Inn Express New Delhi International Airport in Terminal 3 has two wings for domestic and international travelers. You can get day rooms and overnight stays at this establishment. You can access this hotel from level 5. Plaza Premium Lounge Transit Hotel in Terminal 3 is another option for day rooms and gives you access to their lounge facilities and showers.

  • Does Indira Gandhi International Airport offer accessible services?

    DEL is a fully accessible airport. The airport has ramps, elevators, and motorized wheelchairs available to passengers with limited mobility. Special needs passengers also get accessible restrooms, reserved seating at various locations, and exclusive check-in counters. The airport has provided signage for easy movement, and you’ll even have braille-coded buttons on elevators. All elevators and escalators have verbal commands to assist all travelers in safely getting through DEL. You’ll also find airport staff is willing to help with all requests at the information desks.

  • What are the transport options from Indira Gandhi International Airport?

    The Delhi Airport Metro Express train is a fast and convenient way of traveling between DEL and the city. You can connect to the long-distance trains at Indian Railways New Delhi Station from the metro station. Buses are the other option; they are cheap and easy for traveling around New Delhi. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, and Meru Cabs, Mega Cabs, Easy Cabs, and the black and yellow taxis are some of the most reputable. For those willing to self-drive, Carzonrent is onsite.

  • Does Indira Gandhi International Airport offer any family services?

    DEL has child care lounges in every terminal. These offer baby changing facilities, toys, baby cots, and more. The airport also offers complimentary strollers that mothers can use at the airport. You’ll find these strollers around T1D, T2, and T3. The airport also has play areas for the older kids, and you’ll find them in Terminal 3, International Departures, and the Food Court. Lastly, there’s a gaming lounge in the Terminal 3 Arrivals section that even adults can access.

Your guide to booking Raleigh to New Delhi flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average $994, about $112 less than Thursday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to New Delhi trip for April. Fares historically average $839 round-trip in that month - typically $417 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    • Holiday Inn New Delhi Aerocity By IHG
    • ibis New Delhi Aerocity
  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) operates two separate terminals, Terminal 1 and 2. For easy movement between the terminals, the airport has a free shuttle service for passengers.
  • Pets are welcome to travel through RDU. However, they should remain within their carriers at all times. The airport has provided only outdoor pet relief areas, which you’ll find curbside outside baggage claim for both terminals.
  • Around 3,315 kg of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights from Raleigh to New Delhi. You can fly more sustainably with KLM and Delta, as they have flights that emit 48% and 36% less carbon per passenger.
  • Flights from Raleigh to New Delhi usually include at least one layover. Most airlines have this stop at their hub city/airport and the most common layovers for this route are London, New York, and Toronto.
  • Relax at the premium lounges at RDU before your flight. American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta have pay-per-use lounges at RDU and a USO lounge for active US military personnel and their families.

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