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Cheapest return flight
£611
Typical prices: £609-£794
IndiGo
Thu 29/11Wed 28/2
DEL - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£735
Typical prices: £662-£822
Air India
Sat 17/2Sat 17/3
DEL - SYD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Air India. Average duration is 12h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 84% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 7% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £581 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New Delhi to Sydney (DEL-SYD)

 
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Recent return flight deals from New Delhi to Sydney

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 28 Feb
IndiGo Logo
09:20 - 07:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
IndiGo Logo
16:30 - 23:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
£611IndiGo
Fri, 4 Dec - Thu, 14 Jan
Malaysia Airlines Logo
23:10 - 20:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
09:55 - 21:50SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
17h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£615Malaysia Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:45 - 20:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:15 - 21:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
35h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£626Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:45 - 20:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:15 - 21:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
35h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£627Cathay Pacific
Thu, 12 Nov - Mon, 8 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:45 - 20:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:15 - 21:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
35h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£627Cathay Pacific
Fri, 19 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:45 - 13:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
08:45 - 21:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
17h 55m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£671Cathay Pacific
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 9 Jan
IndiGo Logo
09:20 - 07:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
IndiGo Logo
16:30 - 23:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
£693IndiGo
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 26 Apr
Philippine Airlines Logo
08:15 - 09:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 05m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:35 - 03:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
19h 55m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
£693Philippine Airlines
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 9 Jan
IndiGo Logo
09:20 - 07:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
IndiGo Logo
16:30 - 23:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
£696IndiGo
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 9 Jan
IndiGo Logo
09:20 - 07:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
16h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
IndiGo Logo
16:30 - 23:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
36h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi
£699IndiGo
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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Delhi to Sydney flights

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How much is a return flight from New Delhi to Sydney?

Return flights from New Delhi to Sydney typically range from £609 to £794. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £611 on IndiGo.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Delhi to Sydney. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Sydney at £651 return.
•January (£818) and October (£748) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 25% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New Delhi to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from New Delhi to Sydney are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% 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 Sydney

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

Robert Schrader

Expert on DEL and SYD

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 Sydney flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£300
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from New Delhi to Sydney

When to book flights from New Delhi to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New Delhi to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New Delhi to Sydney flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 01:30 and lands at 14:15
    • Latest: departs at 13:55 and lands at 02:40.

    The flight takes about 12h 45m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New Delhi to Sydney:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from New Delhi to Sydney takes 12h 45m, covering 6,479 miles.

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

    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 New Delhi to Sydney flight?

    Return flights from New Delhi to Sydney range from £609 to £794, with an average of £699 over the past 12 months. Anything below £609 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the £699 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £581 return via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared with £739 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from New Delhi to Sydney?

    Air India is the only airline operating New Delhi to Sydney flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £75–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from New Delhi to Sydney?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

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

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

  • How are flight prices from New Delhi to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from New Delhi to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £327, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    • No Birds
    • EverythingFleet

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

    Flights from New Delhi to Sydney usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from New Delhi to Sydney?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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

    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 Sydney route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 08m.

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

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

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from New Delhi to Sydney. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £674 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £741, a difference of £67.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from New Delhi to Sydney?

    Only Air India operates flights between New Delhi and Sydney.

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

    Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 50m, compared to 16h 03m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 17h 18m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

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

    Sydney is 5 hours ahead of New Delhi (Eastern Australia Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Sydney Cricket Ground, and Star Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

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

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

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

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

  • Which airlines offer special services for passengers with children?

    Qatar Airlines has an on-board nanny and childcare service to keep children happy during the long flight between New Delhi and Sydney.

  • Which airlines have special lounges available at Sydney Airport?

    For passengers coming from India, The Qantas Club, which caters to Qantas passengers, and Skyteam, which serves passengers of airlines belonging to the Skyteam group, are the main relevant airline lounges. Economy passengers travelling on these airlines can use the lounge for a fee.

  • Which airlines fly direct from New Delhi to Sydney?

    Air India is the only airline currently offering a direct flight from New Delhi to Sydney.

Your guide to booking New Delhi to Sydney 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Monday flights average £674, about £67 less than Thursday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Delhi to Sydney trip for April. Fares historically average £651 return in that month – typically £166 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bengaluru Intl Airport (BLR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £581 return on this route – about £158 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

    • ibis budget Sydney Airport
    • Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
    • Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
  • There are several ways to get to the Sydney business district from the airport; many people take the train, which is cheap and convenient but can be a hassle if you have a lot of luggage, or taxis, which can be fast and straightforward but are often expensive. An alternative is to use a private shuttle service. This option offers you the convenience and freedom of a taxi service but in greater comfort and at a much more reasonable price. You can either get a shuttle on arrival or book online before departure to benefit from the discounted online booking rate.
  • If you have a long wait at Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) before your flight to Sydney, you might enjoy visiting The Cockpit, a very realistic flight simulator that permits travellers to experience being a pilot. The Cockpit is located in T3 in the international departures section. Demand is high for this unique experience, so you should definitely book ahead if you would like to try your hand at flying.
  • Passengers with hidden disabilities can identify themselves at Sydney Airport (SYD) by wearing a sunflower lanyard, available at the Terminal 1 Airport Services Centre and Terminal 2 Airport Ambassadors desk. This entitles you to use special assistance lanes during security and passport control procedures.

Prefer to fly direct from New Delhi to Sydney?

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

Direct departures

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air India

Air India

Tuesday

Air India

Air India

Wednesday

Air India

Air India

Thursday

Air India

Air India

Friday

Air India

Air India

Saturday

Air India

Air India

Sunday

Air India

Air India

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India

Air India

Tuesday

Air India

Air India

Wednesday

Air India

Air India

Thursday

Air India

Air India

Friday

Air India

Air India

Saturday

Air India

Air India

Sunday

Air India

Air India

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