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Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Delhi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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11:30 am - 8:10 pmSFO-DEL
44h 10m1 stop
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9:00 am - 9:40 amDEL-SFO
37h 10m1 stop
$575Singapore Airlines
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Sun, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 13
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11:30 am - 5:40 amSFO-DEL
29h 40m1 stop
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9:55 pm - 9:40 amDEL-SFO
24h 15m1 stop
$581Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Sep 1 - Sat, Oct 4
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9:00 pm - 10:50 amSFO-DEL
25h 20m2 stops
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4:00 am - 6:00 amDEL-SFO
15h 30mnonstop
$673Air India
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Mon, Oct 6 - Sun, Nov 23
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10:00 am - 3:45 pmSFO-DEL
17h 15mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 6:00 pmDEL-SFO
34h 20m2 stops
$676Air India
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 29
Virgin Atlantic Logo
1:59 pm - 12:05 amSFO-DEL
45h 36m2 stops
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2:05 am - 2:15 pmDEL-SFO
24h 40m1 stop
$692Virgin Atlantic
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Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
Delta Logo
9:20 pm - 12:05 amSFO-DEL
38h 15m1 stop
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2:05 am - 8:47 pmDEL-SFO
31h 12m2 stops
$699Delta
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Sat, May 17 - Mon, Jun 2
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9:25 am - 12:05 amSFO-DEL
26h 10m2 stops
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2:05 am - 8:47 pmDEL-SFO
31h 12m2 stops
$703Delta
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Sat, May 17 - Tue, Jun 3
Virgin Atlantic Logo
9:00 am - 12:05 amSFO-DEL
26h 35m2 stops
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2:05 am - 7:30 pmDEL-SFO
29h 55m1 stop
$708Virgin Atlantic
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Mon, Sep 22 - Fri, Oct 10
Lufthansa Logo
8:30 am - 11:55 pmSFO-DEL
26h 55m2 stops
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1:45 am - 7:27 pmDEL-SFO
30h 12m2 stops
$755Lufthansa
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Tue, Aug 26 - Sun, Sep 28
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9:05 pm - 11:55 pmSFO-DEL
38h 20m1 stop
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1:45 am - 7:35 pmDEL-SFO
30h 20m2 stops
$759Lufthansa
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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to New Delhi

 
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SFO

For a smooth departure, use SFO's curbside check-in offered by United, Delta, and Southwest. It's a convenient option, especially for families.

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DEL

Use the Delhi Metro Orange Line for a quick 15-minute ride from DEL to New Delhi Station. Trains run every 10 minutes, but not 24/7.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to New Delhi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to New Delhi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from San Francisco to New Delhi? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Delhi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to New Delhi on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Delhi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi is September, where tickets cost $859 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,627 and $1,494 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to New Delhi?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $1,728, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to New Delhi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to New Delhi, you should book around 11 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

 AI-powered savings tips

KAYAK's tips to save more on a San Francisco to New Delhi flight

For those planning to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi, it's generally cheapest to book your flight on a Tuesday in September. Here are some tips to help you save money on this route:

Booking Advance: Plan to book your flight at least 180 days in advance for the best prices.

Cheapest Airline: Consider flying with Singapore Airlines, as they generally offer the cheapest fares on this route.

Route Selection: There is only one airport in each city for this route, so no alternative options are available.

Direct vs Layover: Opt for a flight with one stop, as it's typically cheaper than a direct flight.

Off-Peak Travel: Travel on a Monday in September for the cheapest rates.

This feature is powered by ChatGPT: an OpenAI-developed artificial intelligence model trained with KAYAK proprietary data and third-party data not verified by KAYAK. 


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Low seasonAugust
High seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$326
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at DEL upon their arrival?

    Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) provides services to persons with mobility limitations when they arrive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Affected persons should make early arrangements with their airline at least 72 hours before departure. Some of the services include wheelchair access at critical points such as counters, luggage collection points, and restrooms.

  • Are luggage storage facilities available at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)?

    Yes, you can keep your luggage at DEL airport without worry, 24/7. The storage service, CloakRoom, can be found at the Metro station building toward Terminal 3, level 2. Charges depend on the duration of storage.

  • Are there currency exchange bureaus at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)?

    Those who have just arrived at DEL and want to change their dollars into Indian rupees can do so easily. The Forex currency exchange counters are situated in both the pre-customs and post-customs areas of the arrival section in Terminal 3

  • Where can I relax before my flight at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    There are two dedicated yoga rooms at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) where travelers can stretch and relax before departing. Additionally, before your flight, you can treat yourself to a massage, manicure, or pedicure at one of the three XpresSpa outlets.

  • How do I get from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to The Red Fort?

    The Red Fort is located approximately 16 miles from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), and there are several transportation options available to reach this destination. The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus operates from Red Fort to Dhaula Kuan, departing every 15 minutes with a travel time of around 14 minutes. Taxis also connect the two locations, with a travel time of about 23 minutes.

  • How do I get to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    The BART Rapid Rail service offers connections from northern San Mateo County, San Francisco, and the East Bay to the San Francisco International Airport Station, situated on the departures level of the international terminal. SamTrans provides a 24-hour bus service connecting San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco to the airport. Routes SFO, ECR, 292, 397, and 398 stop directly at the airport terminals.

  • Can I book a direct flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Two airlines, Air India and United, offer direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi. For some airlines, travelers may experience at least one layover in cities such as Beijing, Hong Kong, Singapore, or another destination. The airlines serving this route include China Eastern, Air China, and Cathay Pacific. International flights arriving at the Delhi International Indira Gandhi Airport will land at Terminal 3.

  • How can I get from the New Delhi Airport to the city center?

    There are several public transport options from the airport to the city center. The Delhi Metro offers a super-fast Airport Express Line that connects the airport to New Delhi Railway Station. Trains depart every 10-15 minutes, and tickets can be purchased at the automatic ticket issuing machines at the international arrivals hall or the counters at the IGI Airport Station Terminal (T3). Regular shuttle bus services operate every 30 minutes from the airport to central parts of Delhi, including Connaught Place and the Interstate Bus Terminal. Additionally, you can hail taxis or hire rideshare companies to reach your hotel or accommodation.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi was $326 for a one-way ticket and $575 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and New Delhi?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San Francisco and on arrival in New Delhi.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    SWISS, and United Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    The Boeing 777-200LR is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and New Delhi.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to New Delhi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi, Singapore Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are Singapore Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $732 and an overall rating of 8.1, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $967 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to New Delhi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Delhi from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Delhi with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and DEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Delhi from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to New Delhi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $327 or less one-way and $967 or less round-trip.
  • Lactating and nursing moms should be aware that SFO is equipped with private rooms for their comfort while breastfeeding or pumping, available both pre-security and post-security in Terminals 1, 2, and 3. Additionally, SFO has 6 Mamava lactation pods located throughout the terminals. Nursing Room/Lactation Pod locations are available in Terminal 1. Other amenities in these rooms include power sockets, sinks, and seating.
  • Families traveling with children can enjoy the Kids' Spots, exploration areas that allow children to "let off steam" before their flights. In Terminal 2, Kids' Spots are located post-security near Gates D7 and D15, featuring original artworks by Bay Area artists Walter Kitundu and Charles Sowers that operate as interactive learning and play stations. In Harvey Milk Terminal 1, the Kids' Spots evoke playful forests and are located post-security near the checkpoint recompose area and across from Gate B23.
  • Grab a healthy meal or a snack before you depart from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). With more than 60 eateries, there is a wide range of international cuisine to choose from. If you have time to dine in, Iron Chef Cat Cora’s Kitchen in Terminal 2 serves fresh seafood and delicious cocktails. There are also plenty of organic options, gourmet delis, and specialty coffee shops.
  • While waiting for your flight from San Francisco to New Delhi, explore the wide selection of shops and luxury brands at the airport. There are more than 65 outlets for last-minute purchases, offering a variety of items, including apparel, books, souvenirs, and travel accessories.
  • San Francisco Airport (SFO) boasts more than forty exhibitions throughout the terminals every year, curated by the SFO Museum. These exhibitions, featuring works of art, installations, and educational programs, provide travelers with a glimpse into the thriving local art scene. Additionally, a permanent collection of aviation history and collectibles is on display at the San Francisco Airport Commission Aviation Library and Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum.
  • SFO has only one International Terminal and three other terminals (1, 2, and 3) for domestic arrivals and departures. There are also seven concourses (Boarding Areas A through G) with a total of 115 gates arranged alphabetically in a counterclockwise ring. Transfer between the terminals is facilitated by the AirTrain. Additionally, for those who are fit or want to burn some calories, walking from one terminal to another is an option.
  • Flights from San Francisco to New Delhi depart from San Francisco International Airport and land at the main international airport in India. The average flight time for this route is about 16 hours.
  • If you plan to park your rental car before your journey from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), you won't miss the convenient parking facilities. The long-term parking garage is connected to the airport via shuttle services at Terminals 1 and 3, as well as the International Terminal on the Departure Level. This shuttle service operates every 5-15 minutes.
  • Anyone can access lounges at SFO at a reduced cost, regardless of the carrier they are flying with. Lounges come in handy for early morning check-ins, breakfast, connecting flights, or in the event of a canceled flight. Multiple airlines operate their lounges at this airport, including The Centurion Lounge and the American Airlines Admirals Club, among others.
  • If you have an early morning departure from SFO, plan to spend a relaxing night at one of the elegant hotels near the airport. Typically, these hotels provide complimentary vehicles to drop you off at the airport. Therefore, to avoid the morning traffic on your way to the terminal, endeavor to book a room at the Villa Montes Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection.

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to New Delhi?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India

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Tuesday

Air India

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Wednesday

Air India

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Thursday

Air India

Air India

Friday

Air India

Air India

Saturday

Air India

Air India

Sunday

Air India

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to New Delhi

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to New Delhi. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3215 reviews
8.2Entertainment
7.8Food
8.1Boarding
8.3Crew
8.0Comfort
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

10.0 ExcellentBharat, Feb 2025DXB - BOM
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Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. The food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was pathetic, felt like a old plane was modified and brought in service. Didnt like the aircraft at all. Crew and services were good.but aircraft totally dissappointment.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Bathrooms dirty sinks clogged. No one seemed to clean them. Plane very old

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

Very punctual, the onboard staff was friendly and correct, the flight was fortunately very calm, the toilets were clean, in short, an excellent experience Thanks

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Flight was delayed then we had to redirect for medical emergency during which time we had no information on what is the plan. The connecting flight was also delayed.

Good service … bus transfer upon arrival from plane to terminal: atrocious!!!

helpful and friendly. The Lufthanza people I dealt with before my holiday were so unhelpful by comparison.

My flight was late from US to Frankfurt so I missed my connecting flight flight and I had to wait for long to catch the next flight which was very tiring. Otherwise everyone was very nice.

Everything went really well. Snacks could be better and there was no tea/coffee service after dinner. Crew was helpful and friendly.

Lufthansa charged me $280 to take skiiis when in the US the boot bag and skiis are one check-in bag. This was not advertised and a real shock at the airport. They only took the boot bag as a check-in item. The seats have been squeezed together like any economy airline and legroom is not as good as it used to be. Otherwise, the flight was fine and staff was helpful for making my connection.

Professional crew and staff, very organized boarding and on time flights, baggage handling. Indian vegetarian meals were good, though could improve by offering Indian bread (naan/paratha/roti) as well. Very helpful pre flight emails with details of onboard experience 👍 Above average selection of movies. Consider offering more movies with subtitles and ratings indicators (e.g., IMDB scores).

Terrible experience. Should be a short simple flight from San Francisco to Palm Springs. Disgusting insult that United Air doesn’t have a cabin crew ready to receive a plane that’s already an hour plus late in departure. Lots of misinformation along the way from cockpit and crew. Definitely unimpressed with both union and management.

My flight was delayed d the gate was never updated inside the terminal. If I hadn’t checked my email I would have missed my flight. Also, I paid a total of $5100 for my flight to be. Business or first class. My final leg of my flight from Heathrow to Frankfurt was not to standard of what I expected or experienced in the previous legs of my trip.

I requested a wheelchair for they haven’t got it, they are old and don’t speech english

Good but entertainment system was not easy and very buggy

my experience with kayak was terrible. Team kayak just left me with a booking and limbo and preffered not to contact me.. Instead when I contacted the team they said the booking is cancelled. Seriously 5 days after booking u were waiting of my call to inform me of the incompetence of the team. This will be taken up with higher authorities

Poor hygiene in the lavatories. Limited control of passengers who often were up standing around my seat talking loudly with their friends.

Too many changes in departure time (4-5 times before the actual departure time was determined) with no reasons provided.

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Overall good experience. I got first row seats with extra legroom. It does make a difference. Entertainment system was working. However, they kept serving me a VEGAN meal instead of a VEGETERIAN meal. I asked them and showed my tickets that Vegeterian meal is selected but the staff didn't care. VEGAN meal was medicore and not enough to fill tummy. Also unhealthy with butter made from palm oil.

Communication was terrible. Flight was delayed for 4-5 hours in DC (on the front end, and also after we boarded, we had to get off - some issue with fueling the old plane correctly). There was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Once we reach Delhi airspace, apparently there was weather that caused us not to land - we were actually near the ground, saw the run way, and lifted back up to the sky after being sooo close. Then we circled for about 30 minutes, and they decided to go to Jaipur to land until the weather cleared and to refuel. Again, once we landed in Jaipur (wrong city), there was little to no information on timing or what was happening. Then we heard that the crew was reaching their 24 hours. We sat on the place, on the tarmac for another 3 HOURS, with no food and not enough water for everyone on the flight. Then, they kicked us off the plane with no plan, in the wrong city. We went thru customs, got our bags (thank goodness), and had to ask a bunch of staff what was happening and what to do. Eventually, their soltuion was to bus people back to Delhi (like 6 hours we were told) but not everyone would fit on the bus, and unknown timing on when it would leave. At this point it was 9PM (we were scheduled to arrive in Delhi at 11AM...). My husband and I decided to risk it and take a cab that we had to pay ourselves (about $200 US dollars) to get to Delhi (about 5 hour drive). We both had terrible trips back to the US as well - almost missed connecting flight, forced to pay for carry-on luggage (a small back pack!) and duty-free goods by the Air India staff last minute. Just terrible experience all around. Never again with AI! The ONLY good thing was the air hostesses were kind and patient - example: they made sure people with food allergies got their correct.

It would have been perfect if there was onboard entertainment.

Food could be better they need a better caterer in DC flight from India always has better food

Everything! To start with, seats, food tray table, entertainment console all are broken! Imposing duty free baggage fees for $250 as a surprise penalty cannot be appreciated! Airlines should be responsible for transferring the checked baggages to the connecting flight. Having customer go through the transfer is painful considering the travel tiredness! No soft drinks served on flight is another crumble!

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