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Cheapest round-trip
$884
Typical prices: $842-$1,147
Air India
Sun 10/25Mon 11/16
SFO - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$895
Typical prices: $842-$1,107
Air India
Mon 10/5Tue 10/27
SFO - DEL • Non-stop
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There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and New Delhi. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $895 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 21h 03m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 53% on-time
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New Delhi (SFO-DEL)

 
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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to New Delhi

Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 16
Air India Logo
11:00 am - 8:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
20h 55m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
Air India Logo
4:25 am - 7:00 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 05mnonstop
$884Air India
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Nov 24
Air India Logo
11:00 am - 8:25 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
20h 55m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
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11:00 am - 1:35 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 05mnonstop
$884Air India
Mon, Nov 16 - Sun, Dec 6
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 8:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
31h 10m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
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9:40 pm - 7:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
35h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$884China Southern
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 9
China Southern Logo
11:35 pm - 8:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
31h 10m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun
China Southern Logo
9:40 pm - 7:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
35h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan
$884China Southern
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Oct 13
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10:50 pm - 10:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
34h 45m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 5:55 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 50m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$886Vietnam Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 22
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:50 pm - 10:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
34h 45m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
11:35 pm - 5:55 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 50m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$886Vietnam Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
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4:35 pm - 8:00 amSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
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10:05 am - 1:50 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
40h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
$889British Airways
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 15
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3:15 pm - 1:10 amSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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1:45 am - 1:15 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
48h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Rome Fiumicino
$890ITA Airways
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 15
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3:15 pm - 1:10 amSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 25m1 stop Rome Fiumicino
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1:45 am - 1:15 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
48h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Rome Fiumicino
$890ITA Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 28
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7:30 pm - 11:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
39h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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1:35 am - 1:50 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SFO San Francisco
24h 45m1 stop London Heathrow
$895British Airways
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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.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi departing in October.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to New Delhi from San Francisco usually cost between $855 and $1,108 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $884 on Air India (Oct 25-Nov 16).

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 Wednesday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Thursdays 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 $853 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,397 and $1,340 respectively.

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 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to New Delhi

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$504
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi was $504 for a one-way ticket and $884 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 aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    The Boeing 777-300ER 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?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and New Delhi, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New Delhi from San Francisco?

    Kolkata is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to New Delhi.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $830 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,068 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • 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 $540 or less one-way and $904 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.

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Other airlines flying from San Francisco to New Delhi

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to New Delhi according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.