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Flights to India in 2024

Find the latest flights to India in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 565,893 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,412

Return from

$663

One-way from

$302
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to India

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Cheap flights to India in April & May 2024

Search the best deals to popular India cities recently found by Cheapflights users
The lowest-priced flights departing to India in April and May 2024 can be found below. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Cheap flights to New Delhi
Fri 3/513:05SYD - DEL
1 stop37h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 13/613:15DEL - SYD
1 stop16h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$934
Tue 30/421:15SYD - DEL
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/500:05DEL - SYD
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$935
Sat 4/520:45SYD - DEL
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/623:20DEL - SYD
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$937
Wed 29/510:15SYD - DEL
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/609:00DEL - SYD
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$940
Sat 4/521:15SYD - DEL
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/510:00DEL - SYD
3 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$942
Tue 30/421:15SYD - DEL
1 stop29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/505:00DEL - SYD
2 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$943
Wed 8/506:00SYD - DEL
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/500:05DEL - SYD
1 stop26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$945
Thu 9/506:00SYD - DEL
3 stops44h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/620:20DEL - SYD
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$948
Wed 1/509:45SYD - DEL
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/509:15DEL - SYD
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$949
Cheap flights to Mumbai
Wed 8/509:45SYD - BOM
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$811
Tue 7/521:15SYD - BOM
2 stops35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$823
Tue 30/410:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Sun 12/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 28/4$824
Tue 7/510:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 30/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 28/4$826
Sun 12/510:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 23/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 28/4$829
Tue 7/510:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 16/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 29/4$830
Sat 11/510:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 23/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 28/4$835
Sat 11/510:15SYD - BOM
1 stop17h 55mVietJet Air
Thu 16/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mVietJet Air
Deal found 29/4$838
Tue 7/521:15SYD - BOM
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/500:40BOM - SYD
1 stop26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$840
Cheap flights to Hyderabad
Sat 4/521:15SYD - HYD
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/510:10HYD - SYD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$922
Sat 4/521:15SYD - HYD
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/500:45HYD - SYD
3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$926
Sat 4/521:15SYD - HYD
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/510:10HYD - SYD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$928
Sat 4/521:15SYD - HYD
1 stop30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/500:45HYD - SYD
3 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$932
Sun 5/509:45SYD - HYD
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/905:35HYD - SYD
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$935
Tue 7/521:15SYD - HYD
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/504:55HYD - SYD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$939
Sun 5/509:45SYD - HYD
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/905:45HYD - SYD
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$945
Tue 7/521:15SYD - HYD
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 14/504:55HYD - SYD
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$978
Sat 4/521:15SYD - HYD
3 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/513:55HYD - SYD
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$983

India 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for India in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 565,893 searches and data were last updated on 30 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to India in April and May 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 1/509:45SYD - MAA
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/501:20MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$652
Thu 2/521:15SYD - ATQ
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:40ATQ - SYD
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$664
Fri 19/712:35SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 50mScoot
Fri 6/901:20MAA - SYD
1 stop13h 55mScoot
Deal found 29/4$673
Wed 21/812:35SYD - MAA
1 stop15h 50mScoot
Fri 30/801:20MAA - SYD
1 stop29h 45mScoot
Deal found 28/4$699
Wed 15/509:45SYD - COK
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/523:55COK - SYD
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$710
Mon 10/609:45SYD - BLR
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/605:00BLR - SYD
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$716

One-way flights to India

Explore one-way flight options to India for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 565,893 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to India. Book a round-trip flight to India instead by using the search form above.
Wed 5/609:45SYD - DEL
3 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$453
Tue 16/712:35SYD - BOM
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$430
Mon 27/520:45SYD - HYD
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4$453

Direct flights to India

Thu 6/609:45SYD - DEL
Nonstop12h 50mAir India
Wed 19/614:20DEL - SYD
Nonstop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 29/4$996
Mon 20/509:45SYD - DEL
Nonstop12h 50mAir India
Mon 27/514:20DEL - SYD
Nonstop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 29/4$1,048
Thu 9/509:45SYD - DEL
Nonstop12h 50mAir India
Sun 9/614:20DEL - SYD
Nonstop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 29/4$1,065
Mon 6/509:05SYD - BLR
Nonstop12h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 20/518:45BLR - SYD
Nonstop11h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,068
Mon 27/509:05SYD - BLR
Nonstop12h 05mQantas Airways
Mon 3/618:45BLR - SYD
Nonstop11h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,077
Tue 14/509:45SYD - DEL
Nonstop12h 50mAir India
Thu 13/614:20DEL - SYD
Nonstop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 28/4$1,079
Sat 1/609:05SYD - BLR
Nonstop12h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 29/618:45BLR - SYD
Nonstop11h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,083
Wed 15/509:45SYD - DEL
Nonstop12h 50mAir India
Wed 22/514:20DEL - SYD
Nonstop12h 20mAir India
Deal found 29/4$1,085
Sun 2/609:05SYD - BLR
Nonstop12h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 14/618:45BLR - SYD
Nonstop11h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,086

Average price of flights to India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to India is currently $445 while a return flight costs $779. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to India (average of $730). Flying to India in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,173). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,292

February

$1,112

March

$1,134

April

$1,141

May

$1,156

June

$1,333

July

$1,208

August

$1,118

September

$1,274

October

$1,230

November

$1,371

December

$1,787

Peak season

Generally winter (October to March) is the most popular time to book cheap flights to India as the cooler season is more comfortable for sightseeing. Be aware that this does vary from region to region, however. Temps average around 4C to 19C, occasionally falling to 0 degrees and possibly lower; frosts are common in some parts of the country during this season so make sure you pack some warm clothing just in case. The peak months for travel to India are the lead up to Christmas, January, February and also March for the Holi festival. So to secure deals on flights to India you should make your reservations well in advance.

Off Season

The summer season (April to August) is very hot and dry in India, with temperatures usually around 25C but reaching up to 43C in some southern cities in May and June. Due to these scorching high temperatures, people generally avoid booking flights to India during this time. The monsoon season typically runs between July and September, with southern India receiving the most rainfall. If you don’t mind the heat and the rain then this is a good time to pick up cheap flights to India.

Temperature and rainfall in India by month

Plan your trip to India by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DEL

Temperature

14 - 34 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to India, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 34.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to India?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to India. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

The best time to visit India is during the cool, dry season between November and March, so book your cheap flights well in advance. Cities in the north such as Delhi, Agra, Varanasi and Jaipur are ideal for sightseeing at this time, while central and southern regions are also comfortable.

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Reviews of airlines servicing India

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to India. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to India. Reviews last updated 30 April 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with AirAsia X, Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines to India have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

8.1
Very Good
4,051 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

8.1
Very Good
542 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

7.9
Good
1,123 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,485 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, the biggest reason I chose Japan Airlines was the fact that if you have trouble with English or Japanese they can accommodate both to make sure that you have all the correct information you need to start your journey on the right foot.

Where are the most popular flight destinations in India?

Popular flight destinations in India include New Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Amritsar and Ahmedabad.
  • How long is the flight to India?

    Flights from Sydney to India – 14 hrs 15 mins Flights from Melbourne to India – 15 hrs 30 mins Flights from Brisbane to India – 14 hrs 35 mins Flights from Perth to India – 10 hrs 45 mins

  • Which airlines operate flights to India?

    Air India, Air Asia, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Air, China Southern, Jet Airways and Tiger Air all fly the Australia-India route. The cheapest flights to India are generally found flying from Sydney and Melbourne incorporating one stopover. Air India flies direct from Sydney to Delhi four times a week, and direct from Melbourne to Delhi three times a week.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Airports in Indian cities such as Delhi, Bombay, Calcutta and Agra are connected by rail networks. The train will be your quickest and most convenient way of getting into the the city centres. Other transport options are metered taxis and buses, note that buses can be very crowded.

  • What is good to know if travelling to India?

    If you are looking for an unusual tour outside of Delhi, don’t miss out on the most haunted place in India, Rajasthan.It is believed that Bhangarh Fort in Rajasthan about four hours from Delhi,  should not be visited by touirst between sunset and sunrise. India is mysteriously beautiful location with the unique culture, so that is not a surprise that India has become the  location for one of the Oscar movie. Famous spring festival Holi, which is held in India every March, is one of the best cultural travel experiences around the world.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to India?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport typically cost $22, while return flights cost around $59.

  • How much is a return flight to India?

    A return flight to India will typically cost around $129, however they can be found for as little as $48.

  • Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to India, Darwin offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport?

    Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Grand Olive Near Delhi Airport is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport (0.0 km away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport).

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