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Cheapest round-trip
$813
Typical prices: $809-$1,217
Etihad Airways
Sun 1/28Thu 2/8
IAD - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$435
Typical prices: $411-$730
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/12
BWI - DEL • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and New Delhi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $815 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi (WAS-DEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 8
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2:25 pm - 3:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:35 am - 9:00 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$813Etihad Airways
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Apr 30
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 9:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
27h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
Delta Logo
4:00 am - 8:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$814Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Fri, Apr 30
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6:55 pm - 9:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
27h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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4:00 am - 8:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$814Virgin Atlantic
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Apr 3
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6:55 pm - 2:40 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
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11:00 am - 8:40 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$814Virgin Atlantic
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 26
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 2:40 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
Delta Logo
4:55 am - 5:00 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
$814Delta
Thu, Feb 25 - Sat, Mar 6
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6:40 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:15 am - 4:30 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$815KLM
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Mar 19
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6:40 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:10 am - 8:20 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$815Air France
Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Mar 14
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6:40 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:10 am - 4:30 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$816KLM
Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Mar 15
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6:40 pm - 3:10 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 00m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:10 am - 5:30 pmDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$816Air France
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 15
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2:25 pm - 3:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:35 am - 9:00 amDEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
38h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$818Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to New Delhi flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi typically range from $809 to $1,217. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $813, on Etihad Airways.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to New Delhi flight route?

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to New Delhi routes. They average around $1,004 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi at $802 round-trip.
•December ($1,356) and June ($1,172) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% 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 Washington, D.C. to New Delhi

 
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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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Stefanie Waldek

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

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

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$435
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi:

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

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi takes 00m, covering 7,481 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi range from $809 to $1,217, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $809 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the $956 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

    Air India is the only airline operating Washington, D.C. to New Delhi flights. 50% of its flights are on time.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $476, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Washington, D.C. to New Delhi route, 50% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 11m.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Washington, D.C. to New Delhi. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $929 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $998, a difference of $69.

    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 Washington, D.C. to New Delhi?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 07m, compared with 20h 14m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 20h 23m via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

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

    New Delhi is 9 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. (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 get access to currency exchange services?

    Since they use INR instead of USD in India, you will need to exchange some of your dollars for INR. Washington D.C Dulles International Airport has multiple currency exchange areas. Look out for the currency exchange spots at Concourses A and B of the airport. Alternatively, if you decide to exchange your currency at the arrival airport, DEL, there are plenty of exchange kiosks at arrival Terminal 3.

  • How can I fly from Washington D.C Dulles International Airport to New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport?

    Multiple nonstop airlines are operating between Washington D.C Dulles International Airport and New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Air India Airlines is the best and cheapest airline operating on this route. There are also a limited number of one-stop airlines that you can opt for, such as Qatar Airways Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines. However, this will add at least 5-10h to your overall flight time.

  • Can I travel with my pet to New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)?

    Yes, New Delhi Indira International Airport is pet-friendly. The airport has a pet relief area located on Level 2 on the west side of the Jeppsen Terminal where your dog can stretch their legs after a long flight. The pet relief areas are equipped with a fire hydrant, sinks, and disposable pet waste bags.

  • Are there hotels near Washington D.C Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    Yes, there are multiple hotels near IAD Airport that are easily accessible such as Washington Dulles Airport Marriott. The hotel offers top-notch services such as free airport shuttles and ample parking. It is located 0.6 miles from the airport. Therefore, you can avoid the early commute if you have scheduled an early morning flight.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $929, about $69 less than Friday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to New Delhi trip for April. Fares historically average $802 round-trip in that month - typically $554 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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.

    • Holiday Inn New Delhi Aerocity By IHG
    • Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    • Pride Plaza Hotel, Aerocity New Delhi
  • The airports feature a wide range of unique services passengers can use to spend time. For example, there is a free WI-FI, charging stations, and a chapel. There are also banking services that you can use for your monetary emergencies.
  • If you are flying out of Washington, there are two airports that you can use, Washington D.C Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington D.C Dulles International Airport (IAD). However, major airlines operating from Washington to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) use IAD.
  • Nursing mothers flying out through Washington D.C Dulles International Airport will find nursing suites across Baggage claims 2, 6, 11, and 14 at the airport terminal. The suites are equipped with baby changing tables and comfortable chairs.
  • When flying into New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, you can take advantage of the services that the airlines' lounges offer, such as showers. These lounges are situated at Terminals 1 and 3 of the airport and are easily accessible.
  • If you are arriving late at New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport and looking for accommodation, consider spending the night at Centaur Hotel. It is located 0.5 miles from the airport and offers exceptional services, including an outdoor pool and tennis court. There is also an airport shuttle available from the hotel.

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