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Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£633
Typical prices: £571-£896
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/2Sat 12/5
DEL - LGA • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£687
Typical prices: £668-£941
United Airlines
Sat 13/10Fri 13/4
DEL - EWR • Direct
Advice from real travellers
On DEL–NYC, Air India may suit 2 checked bags; United can match fares.
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding and drinks on this long-haul route.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, United Airlines, and Air India. Average duration is 16h 50m
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Top routes
Cheapest • 6% average savings
Most popular
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 18% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £512 (return)
Shortest trip • 19h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Delhi to New York (DEL-NYC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New Delhi to New York

Thu, 11 Feb - Wed, 12 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:50 - 23:43DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
50h 23m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:00 - 05:20LGA  New York LaGuardia-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 50m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Helsinki-Vantaa
£633Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Feb - Mon, 10 May
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07:50 - 22:49DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
49h 29m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:30 - 05:20LGA  New York LaGuardia-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
31h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Helsinki-Vantaa
£652Finnair
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 13 Apr
United Airlines Logo
23:35 - 06:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
16h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 21:30EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
15h 10mdirect
£687United Airlines
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 1 Jun
Finnair Logo
07:50 - 22:49DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-LGA New York LaGuardia
49h 29m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:56 - 05:20LGA  New York LaGuardia-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
30h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Helsinki-Vantaa
£687Finnair
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 31 Mar
United Airlines Logo
23:35 - 06:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
16h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 21:30EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
15h 10mdirect
£687United Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Sun, 11 Apr
United Airlines Logo
23:35 - 06:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
16h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 21:30EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
15h 10mdirect
£688United Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 25 Mar
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00:30 - 09:45DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
19h 45m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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21:30 - 21:50EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
14h 50mdirect
£689United Airlines
Thu, 24 Sep - Wed, 31 Mar
United Airlines Logo
23:35 - 06:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
16h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 21:30EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
15h 10mdirect
£690United Airlines
Fri, 23 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
United Airlines Logo
23:35 - 06:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
16h 25mdirect
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20:35 - 21:50EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
14h 45mdirect
£690United Airlines
Thu, 11 Feb - Wed, 12 May
Delta Logo
01:25 - 14:45DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-EWR Newark
23h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
09:59 - 22:50EWR  Newark-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
27h 21m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Paris Charles de Gaulle
£691Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for New Delhi to New York flights

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

What is the cheapest New Delhi to New York flight route?

There's little price difference between New Delhi to New York routes. They average around £712 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Delhi to New York and is 1% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to New York?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to New York at £581 return.
  • August (£866) and July (£753) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New Delhi to New York the cheapest?

Flights from New Delhi to New York are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New Delhi to New York

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and EWR

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 out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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.

Key details for New Delhi to New York flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£398
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flights from New Delhi to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from New Delhi to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Delhi to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from New Delhi to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from New Delhi to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Air India-Aug 2024
If non peak time you can change broken seat in the flight. Mostly people fly AI since AI allows 2 check in baggage. Don't fly Air India in peak time if you don't have check in luggage. In same rate you may get United,
SarbjitFlew with Air India-Mar 2024
Keep your ipads with you & download movies because their entertainment tv sets are not working, Keep a portable charger with you for your devices, bring your own food on the flight so you don't starve because the food is mediocre.
ManishaFlew with Air India-Jan 2024
Airport was a breeze in Delhi. Flows quickly with many amenities and boating was easy.

Your New Delhi to New York flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New Delhi to New York flights?

    Among airlines operating New Delhi to New York flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from New Delhi to New York?

    3 airlines operate flights between New Delhi and New York. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines
    • Air India

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

    Flights from New Delhi to New York usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on New Delhi to New York flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Air India: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New Delhi to New York?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New Delhi to New York:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from New Delhi to New York?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £512 return via Kuwait City (KWI), compared with £791 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from New Delhi to New York?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £55–£74 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Kuwait City (KWI) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Kuwait City (KWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the New Delhi to New York route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £701 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £800, a difference of £99. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from New Delhi to New York?

    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 New Delhi to New York route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 4 hours 17 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from New Delhi to New York spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on New Delhi to New York flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in New York?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from New Delhi to New York?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Delhi to New York:

    • Earliest: departs at 00:05 and lands at 16:55
    • Latest: departs at 23:55 and lands at 16:45.

    The flight takes about 16h 50m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 17% above the route average of £706. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from New Delhi to New York takes 16h 50m, covering 7,297 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from New Delhi to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Delhi to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £415, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from New Delhi to New York?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 19h 33m, compared to 19h 43m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 19h 47m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

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

  • What car hire options are available in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around £15:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around £12:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around £21:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Return flights from New Delhi to New York range from £571 to £896, with an average of £706 over the past 12 months. Anything below £571 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New Delhi to New York flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the New Delhi to New York route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking New Delhi to New York 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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average £701 – about £99 less than Saturday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Delhi to New York trip for November. Fares historically average £581 return in that month – typically £285 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 93% of American Airlines flights from New Delhi to New York arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 86%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 4 hours17 minutes, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuwait City Airport (KWI) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £512 return on this route – about £278 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

Prefer to fly direct from New Delhi to New York?

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

Direct departures

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to New York

Monday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Tuesday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Wednesday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Thursday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Friday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Saturday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Sunday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

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Direct returns

New York to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Tuesday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Wednesday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Thursday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Friday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Saturday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

Sunday

Air India,American Airlines

Air India,American Airlines

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