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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to India

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
New Delhi
New Delhi1 stop$814
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stop$727
Hyderabad
Hyderabad1 stop$805
Bengaluru
Bengaluru1 stop$873
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad1 stop$862
Chennai
Chennai1 stop$810
Kochi
Kochi1 stop$830
Kolkata
Kolkata1 stop$1,037
Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam2 stops$1,033
Pune
Pune2 stops$990
Nagpur
Nagpur2 stops$965
New Delhi
New Delhi1 stop$814
Mumbai
Mumbai1 stop$727
Hyderabad
Hyderabad1 stop$805
Bengaluru
Bengaluru1 stop$873
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad1 stop$862
Chennai
Chennai1 stop$810
Kochi
Kochi1 stop$830
Kolkata
Kolkata1 stop$1,037
Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam2 stops$1,033
Pune
Pune2 stops$990
Nagpur
Nagpur2 stops$965
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to India flights

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

Are flights from Washington, D.C. to India cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Washington, D.C. to India are running about 5% lower than they were around this time last year, averaging $987 round-trip.

What are the cheapest fares from Washington, D.C. to India right now?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. to India on KAYAK in the last week:

• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) from $727
• Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) from $805
• Chennai (MAA) from $810
• New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) from $814
• Jaipur Sanganeer (JAI) from $815

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to India?

February is the cheapest time of year to fly, with average fares of $826. Prices are highest in December, when average flight costs increase to around $1,490.

When is the best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to India?

Book your flights 6 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 14% compared to booking last-minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Which airport in India is the cheapest to fly to from Washington, D.C.?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into India are:

• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) (avg. price $884)
• Jaipur Sanganeer (JAI) (avg. price $945)
• New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) (avg. price $956)

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to India?

Wednesday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to India, while Thursday is the most expensive. Fares run about 6% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to India?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to India during the night with average prices of $1,041. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,167.

Key details for Washington, D.C. to India flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$288
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai

Your Washington, D.C. to India flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to India?

    Yes. Fares from Washington, D.C. to India are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $838 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Washington, D.C. to India?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Washington, D.C. to India have ranged from $838 to $1,370.

  • What are the main airports serving India?

    India has 123 airports. The three busiest are New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) (24% of arrivals), Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) (24%) and Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) (16%).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to India?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to India. One-stop options include:

    • United Airlines
    • British Airways
    • Qatar Airways

  • How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to India delayed and what's the average delay?

    50% of flights on this route are delayed by at least 15 minutes. The average delay is 2h 11m.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to India?

    On flights from Washington, D.C. to India you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in India?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in India include:

    • Juhu Beach
    • Taj Mahal
    • Gateway of India
    • Karol Bagh

  • Are there any non-stop flights from Washington D.C. to India?

    Yes, there are. Air India offers non-stop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi. If you expand your search to flights with one layover, then Etihad Airways, Air India, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and others provide service to Mumbai Airport (BOM), Bengaluru Airport (BLR), Kolkata Airport (CCU), and other airports. If you don’t mind a long flight time, then two-stop flights offer cheaper alternatives to all three destinations.

  • What airport should I fly to if I want to visit the Taj Mahal?

    If you’re looking to travel from Washington Dulles International Airport to the Taj Mahal, then one convenient option is to take a non-stop or one-stop flight to New Delhi. From there, you may take one of the daily trains from New Delhi to Agra and arrive in 2-5h.

  • Do US citizens need a visa to travel to India?

    US citizens traveling to India for tourism have a few visa options. The e-Tourist visa allows for stays of up to 60 days and must be applied for at least four days before arrival. If you’d prefer to stay longer, there is a 180-day multiple entry visa as well. For all visa options, make sure that your US passport has two blank pages and at least six months left on it after the planned trip.

  • Is there public transport from downtown Washington D.C. to the Washington Dulles International Airport?

    A fast and direct public transport option for getting to Washington Dulles Airport from downtown Washington D.C. is to take the Metro Bus 5A. This picks up passengers from the 'Enfant Plaza Metrorail Station or the Rosslyn Metrorail Station and drops them off at Curb 2E. Another option is to take the Virginia Breeze bus line between Union Station in downtown Washington DC and Washington Dulles International Airport. It drops you off at Curb 2A.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to India flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 6 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 14% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for February when flights are typically cheapest and avoid December when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Wednesday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Thursday cost about 6% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Washington, D.C.. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in New Delhi, which is the most popular destination in India. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as Mumbai, Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
  • Flying from Washington D.C. to India can be a bit overwhelming because India is such a large country. It’s advisable to pick a region and then fly to a major city within that region; for example, Mumbai for the west or Kolkata for the east. Once there, you can take domestic flights or trains to smaller destinations.
  • Passengers flying to India from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) usually leave from Concourse A or Concourse B. The closest parking lot is the Terminal Parking near the Main Terminal. Otherwise, Parking Garages 1 & 2 and Economy Parking have shuttle buses that run 24h.
  • If you need to exchange US dollars for Indian rupees before departing from Washington Dulles International Airport, there are currency exchange services at Gate A32 and at the ticketing level of the main terminal.
  • Flying from Washington Dulles Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) in Mumbai is a long journey, especially if you have kids. If the little ones need to let out some energy after arriving in Mumbai, there is a Children’s Play Zone in Terminal 2 near the duty-free shops.
  • Passengers who have time to spare before their flights from Washington Dulles International Airport can visit the Udvar-Hazy Center, part of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The Fairfax Connector 938 bus takes you directly there in a few minutes. Hours are generally from 10 am to 5:30 pm.
  • If arriving at Mumbai Airport, the BEST buses that leave from Terminal 2 can take you to the center of Mumbai. Route 321 takes you to Vile Parle Railway Station, and Route 308 takes you to Andheri East Railway Station. General operating hours are from 5 am to 10 pm.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Washington, D.C. to India

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Washington, D.C. to India? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3686 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.2Boarding
7.9Food
8.4Crew
8.1Comfort
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The flight was literally cancelled by emirates and you sent me to a scammer website of Underpricer.com for the tickets who still has not provided a refund for one ticket. Kayak has gone seriously downhill. If you are going to redirect people to a site then ensure they are reputable and not untrustworthy scammers. Am never using kayak again after this experience. And update your algorithm or whatever so you don’t send out auto emails checking on flight experience of cancelled flights due a literal WAR!! also I have complained about underpricer and nothing from kayak. So disappointing

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The flight was literally cancelled by emirates and you sent me to a scammer website of Underpricer.com for the tickets who still has not provided a refund for one ticket. Kayak has gone seriously downhill. If you are going to redirect people to a site then ensure they are reputable and not untrustworthy scammers. Am never using kayak again after this experience. And update your algorithm or whatever so you don’t send out auto emails checking on flight experience of cancelled flights due a literal WAR!! also I have complained about underpricer and nothing from kayak. So disappointing

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

My favorite airline when traveling to the UAE. Great food and great service.

Meals were delicious, however I got hungry between dinner and breakfast.

My last few flights with Emirates have always been delayed at least a half an hour. When my layover is only an hour and a half to two hours, 30 minutes makes a big difference. I’m going to check out other airlines.

The entertainment selections are amazing. But the live TV is sometimes spotty. If you’re going to have it, then have it. If you can’t make it consistent, then, perhaps it’s better not to have it. The crew are always cordial when approached, but they seem to do the minimum and sit around, talking to each other in the back of the plane during the flight. I realize that delays are not always predictable, but I missed my flight in Dubai because we left 90 minutes late from Washington. I will say that Emirates took very good care of me in Dubai. But I would rather not be delayed.

Emirates is usually on time, but not this trip. Also, during the flight the attendants disappear unless called upon. Very strange. I have watched the quality of Emirates service diminish over the last five years.

Everything was perfect except boarding . Have to wait @ gate for 45 minutes after announcing boarding ..

Excellent food and beverage Excellent cabin crew Live tv could be better

Flight from USA to Dubai was comfortable. There is some serious miscommunication between the staff who does checkin and immigration staff in India. Air Suvidha rules are enforced here as a requirement by the Indian government and without it not allowed to board the flight. The Indian authorities don’t even bother to check it. Please update either side of aisle. Vegetarian food from Dubai to Bombay was not that great at all. It was cold and chewy. Dubai being a hub can provide better options. Staff is very good and took good care of passengers. Please appreciate their hard work.

We experienced delays in small increments that added up to more than an hour. At the gate, staff showed little concern and compared our delay with the inbound flight’s two-hour tarmac wait, which didn’t address our situation. Once onboard, the flight attendants seemed tired and unfriendly. I understand delays are frustrating for everyone, but passengers shouldn’t feel blamed for them. During the flight, a bright light above the emergency exit stayed on. It was concerning, and no one explained it or offered passengers the option to move. After landing, we waited about 30 minutes on the tarmac for a gate, then waited again for an agent to connect the plane to the terminal. From the Reagan gate staff to the cabin crew and RDU personnel, the service felt dismissive throughout. Overall, this was a stressful trip and a very disappointing customer-service experience

delayed take-off, then had to circle in air for awhile, wi-fi did not work, then the cabin got extremely hot multiple times and the luggage was at wrong carousel at LGA. In addition, plenty of overhead space so they checked bags too early. Horrible flight.

WiFi only works on about 75% of my Delta flights. I rarely fly SW, but their WiFi works 100% of the time and is easy to connect. On my DL flight from DCA to BNA today, I try to connect to WiFi for about 30 minutes, but I gave up. I have a lot of work to do, and I lost two hours today. Very frustrating.

I don't know why the crew decided to board 15 minutes early without informing anyone not at the gate. Why would you have the app send a notification that we're boarding on time, instead board early, and then rush me to the gate. Then have me check my carry-on when I specifically packed my bag as to not do so.

Long delays at both DCA and MSP; Crew did not keep us informed (or very little). Airplane was showing signs of heavy use (not up to Delta standards). Food options for Business Class have dropped in quality. After landing we sat on tarmac for maybe 25 minutes with no provided chance to use the bathroom and crew did not tell us what was going on or give an estimated time to expect to be at a gate.

Flight was delayed for about an hour but overall good experience

The gentleman at the gate I think his name is RIE was exceptional

This flight was no comparison to our prior flight. I'm thinking it all has to do with the age of the aircraft.

2 of the seats in row 31 the entertainment system was not working, and one seat the tray table did not go all the way down. Flight arrived early and departed on time which was great.

Waited at the usual crowded gate at DCA where one ends up standing up because there aren't enough seats.

Qatar Airways has consistently established a standard in my mind that very few airlines manage to sustain, and once again, this Economy Class journey reaffirmed precisely why. As an avid globetrotter who travels extensively for work, I experience many airlines, service cultures, and interpretations of hospitality. What continues to distinguish Qatar Airways is not any single element, but the complete proposition: professionalism, courtesy, warmth, attentiveness, consistency, and a genuinely polished hospitality culture. There is a reassuring confidence that comes with boarding Qatar because, over many journeys, the airline has simply never underdelivered against the expectations it has established for me. This particular journey was especially memorable. I had recently been promoted to Gold tier with Qatar Airways Privilege Club, was travelling on my birthday, and was flying into India on Indian Independence Day. Collectively, that made this considerably more than another flight. The crew made the personal element truly exceptional. Cabin Supervisor Hershel and Cabin Crew Ali deserve particular recognition. Their hospitality went well beyond procedural service; they took the initiative to acknowledge my birthday and, using the resources available onboard, thoughtfully assembled a small presentation with KitKat chocolates and dessert to wish me. It was simple, spontaneous, genuine, and immensely memorable. For someone who spends a considerable part of life travelling, these are precisely the moments that transcend service delivery and become lasting memories. That is where Qatar continues to excel: exceptionally well trained, composed, aligned, and polished crew who can deliver consistency without appearing mechanical. The human warmth remains evident, and individual colleagues repeatedly find ways to distinguish themselves. One small opportunity would have made the occasion even more complete. As we were travelling from Doha to India on 15 August, still within Indian Independence Day, a subtle acknowledgement of India celebrating its 80th Independence Day, perhaps simply wishing the Indian guests onboard on this proud occasion, would have been a thoughtful and culturally resonant gesture. It certainly does not detract from an excellent journey, but would have added another meaningful dimension to an already memorable flight. The only substantive disappointment was that my checked luggage did not complete the journey with me from Seattle (SEA), via Doha (DOH), to Kolkata (CCU), having been delayed in Doha. A baggage exception report is already on file with the local airport team in Kolkata. Given the confidence Qatar Airways has earned from me over the years, I remain optimistic that they will once again live up to that standard, work their magic, and reunite me with my luggage within the next 24 hours. Overall, another exceptional experience and one I will genuinely cherish. Hershel and Ali, thank you for making my birthday in the skies so memorable. Way to go, Qatar Airways. Please continue investing in and developing your cabin professionals to this calibre. When service excellence is combined with authentic human connection, an ordinary journey becomes an experience a passenger remembers long after landing.

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

I purchased Qatar airways after seeing ads about its service. To my surprise Qatar is marketing gimmick and horrible airlines which I don’t recommend to anyone Flight was dirty including flight from Miami to Doha And Doha airport restrooms are dirty On top of this they use this pathetic cheap indigo From Doha to Hyderabad which I will never fly Also they lost one of my baggage in Indigo and still waiting to receive it. I will never travel Qatar and will never recommend

Aircraft was spacious compared to American Airlines, food was great, entertainment was much better with a wide variety of options, and the crew was very polite.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

Bag check in at DC was slow. Boarding process was slow more due to customers unfamiliar with how to board properly. Food and service was excellent!

The hindu meal food did not taste good. Also the seats were not comfortable as compare to other airlines

The first and longest leg, Washington to Doha, was in a 777 that was very loud. This was an older aircraft. The second leg, Doha to Delhi, was in a much newer aircraft, an A350 and was very substantially quieter. The service was good on both, though as always, the crew leaves you trapped with your meal tray for a really long time. Additionally, the flight crew seemed inordinately afraid of turbulence, keeping the seat belt sign on for long stretches when there was barely noticeable turbulence.

It’’s cheap airways and not worth code sharing with Etihad. They charge for everything…

The first segment from Atlanta to Abu Dhabi was fantastic, but we got downgraded to a different aircraft from Abu Dhabi to Delhi. We were supposed to be on a flatbed business class when we booked it but just about one week before travel, we were changed to A321 Neo, which just has old-fashioned business class seats that recline but don’t go flat. No TV either. While I fully understand that sometimes these changes have to be made for operational reasons, but I asked for some credit or compensation for that and I did not get any anywhere with that

I bought a full price ticket for business class on kayak and my seat selection was not Included, I had to pay more and WiFi for example was not Included in my seat. My travel companion who bought his ticket for the same business class price had these features included in his ticket therefore I am not happy with my purchase via kayak.

They lost the baggage and said it was deleted from the system. I had baggage tag so was able to file the complaint but there was no PIR number and update so far

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I had a terrible experience checking in at the airport for my flight. I booked my ticket initially through Kayak while it was promoted as a ticket that offers a carry on and 2 suit cases. (I have a screen shot as a proof of it) I selected it to buy three tickets and paid online. Couple of minutes later airfare assist which is the OTA offering the ticket called me saying My card declined. So I used a different card that went through. I was surprised that they increased the price ticket by a $167. They said the ticket no longer exists and because my card declined I had to buy a new one. So I did. The day my family and I were traveling I could not check in and when I went to the airport I was shocked to be told my ticket had no bags allowed and must pay $200 per bag for three people 6 bags mean I have to pay $1200. I called the travel agency as I feel I was scammed the confirmation didn’t say anything about the bags and they never told me the new ticket doesn’t not include any bag so they changed it after I selected it on your app without informing me. Very sneaky. The travel agency said they will reimburse me only for one bag person. Which means I still paid $600 I still feel very disappointed to pay such an expense. I have always used Kayak to buy my flight tickets and telling everyone how good your rates and app are however after this I feel I was mislead and paid more for something I should not have to. You allowing such an agency on your platform will surely hurt your reputation and level of integrity. I have all the proofs from the screen shot to the confirmation email from them, the or email offering to reimburse o e bag per person and the $1200 bag fees receipts that I paid on the desk. I must be refund the full amount and I look forward to your response.

Ripped off and broken seats in Business class. Seats stink and need to request the staff for additional bedsheets. Crew if very friendly though

Boarding was quick and efficient. Ground staff were pleasant and courteous. Food was tasty, portions were good for me. Food containers kept slipping on the tray. Tray would look better with an anti-skid tray mat. I had the bulkhead seat which was very uncomfortable for couple of reasons. Aircraft is designed with no throughput to move across aisle to aisle. Passengers kept jumping over my legs to get from one side to the other to use the toilet. Secondly I had a mother and 9 month baby next to me. Mom had to hold baby for 12 hours in her lap as he did not fit into the bassinet. Half the baby was on my lap during the flight. Aircraft temperature was very cold - light attendant said it was the central cooling and nothing could be done about it. Movie selection was very poor old and outdated.

Lufthansa was great. Crew on board excellent. Frankfort passport control horrible it took about two hours to get through. After waiting in line for hours there was a discussion with the passenger in front of me that was taking forever. The couple behind me had a connecting flight to Turkey in 30 minutes and asked border control officer of her situation and the control officer told the couple in a nasty tone if you don’t like it you can go to another line which would have surely made her miss the flight. Border patrol officers were not helpful. Finally made it through I had to exit and reentry for security check for my connecting flight which Lufthansa changed gates and I had to run to get to A60. Which it seemed 2 kilometers to get to but I made it. If i fid not have 2.5 hrs layover i would have missed my connecting flight to Milan. Not sure if I will fly through Frankfort in the future.

When our flight was canceled and rebooked, my husband's meal request was not transfered. As a result, there was nothing he could eat for dinner and breakfast on the new flight, save a side salad and roll.

Very efficient and excellent service. Nice amenities and beautiful plane. Elevated meals. Boarding could have been more organized. We missed our connecting flight due to EU entry but Lufthansa was extremely quick to rebook us.

Missed it by a couple minutes and couldn’t find an alternative flight so had to spend the night in DC and after much shuffling from 1 airline to another managed to get a United to Frankfurt.

There were only 2 toilets and one of them did not work in business class. We are not allowed to cross classes so had to wait in line to use the toilets!! The entertainment touch display was finicky and did not work all the time.

The flight and crew were good. The customer experience on the ground could have been better. We had to reschedule our flight because of a delay on the previous flight. The attendants working the desk in Washington DC were not helpful. They told us to scan a QR code and that would get us rebooked. Why couldn't two people standing at their computers do this? We had to chat with someone to get everything figured out. It was extremely confusing.

good entertainment package but rather small seats for business class

The male attendant has zero personality. It seemed like he was over worked or hated his job, not once did he smile or made any contact with the people on the plane. Strictly business and call it a day!

Our flight was delayed for over an hour due to weather, and it had already been a long travel day. However, the crew was calm and compassionate, listening to every complaint with genuine concern. They got us home safely without incident, in spite of all of the obstacles. I’m grateful.

Bad! Disaster!! The LH419 was cancelled after 4 hrs on board with no AC and no toilets

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