Cheap flights from Australia to India

SYD — DEL
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Australia to India

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to India flight deals. Data was last updated 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$768

One-way from

$390

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,175

Good round-trip deal

$1,069 or less

Good one-way deal

$593 or less
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 3/2-9/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • Australia to India
1/11
  • 1/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 00m total
  • Australia to India
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($424 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Australia to India.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Australia to India.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to India

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to India?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to India (average of $641). Flying from Australia to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,151). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AU to IN?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia to India. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to India as you normally would.

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 16 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andQantas Airways from Australia 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to India. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Australia to India flights?

    You’ll find different flight options for India at Sydney Airport. It services flights to Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, and Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad. Situated 8 km from Sydney’s business district, the airport can be reached by taxi, shuttle, or ride-share services. Sydney airport also has a direct train link into the city, with a station conveniently located at the northern end of the terminal. If you prefer to leave from another city, you’ll find flights to Delhi, Mumbai, or Hyderabad at either Melbourne Airport or Perth airport. A taxi ride from the city center to Melbourne Airport takes roughly 30 minutes, while the drive from the business district to Perth Airport ranges from 15-20 minutes by taxi.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Australia to India?

    Air India flies directly from Australia to India. It operates flights from Sydney Airport to New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport. It also provides direct flights between Melbourne Airport and New Delhi. However, flights do not occur every day. Instead, the airline covers the route on select days during the week. Average flight times range from 12h 44m - 13h 30m.

  • What are the stopover options on flights from Australia to India?

    Depending on the airline you choose and your destination in India, you’ll find stopover options stopping at Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Bangkok, and Hong Kong. Airlines like Malindo Air, Scoot, and Thai Airways offer flight deals to India from Australia, but with stopovers that might be as long as 34 hours. Singapore Airlines and Virgin Australia often offer shorter flight times, with stopovers at Changi Airport Singapore that take less than an hour. Malaysian Air also flies between Australia and India, with stopovers at Kuala Lumpur International Airport that average 1-2 hours. However, fares for these quicker flights are higher.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Australia to India?

    You’ll need a valid visa in advance to gain entry into India. You’ll also need a passport that is valid for at least 180 days with a minimum of two blank pages. Depending on the reason for your trip, you may be able to apply online for an eVisa. It costs an average of AUD$150 and takes four days to process. However, the eVisa can only be used at specific points of entry. Visas valid for more than 180 days will require that you register at the closest Foreigner’s Regional Registration Office within 14 days of your arrival.

  • How popular is this Australia to India flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Australia to India?

    Air India, Malaysia Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from Australia to India in just under 11h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h 10m. There are 9347 km between Australia and India. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to India one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $429. VietJet Air flights start at $446 while deals on Singapore Airlines start at $513 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Australia to India that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Australia to India flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to India?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Australia to India.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Australia to India?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia to India by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to India?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to India (average of $641). Flying from Australia to India in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,151). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Australia to India?

    It might seem that it is hard to travel in an eco-friendly way when you are traveling great distances such as those on trips to India from Australia, yet there are still plenty of sustainable travel methods that you can use to lessen your environmental impact during your trip. Start by finding an airline that operates in an eco-friendly way along your route of flight such as Singapore Airlines does on this route. They have taken steps such as replacing plastic sticks with wooden ones, digitizing the reading materials that are on board the plane, increasing the fuel efficiency of their fleet, and reducing the waste from their catering. Passengers on their flights are also offered the ability to offset their carbon footprint on every flight that they take.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Australia to India?

    A great way to travel on long flights like you will find to India from Australia is to bring your own headphones and not use the ones offered by airlines that are sure to end up in a landfill quite soon. If possible, try to book flights with the least amount of stops possible because the more stops that you make the more of a negative impact you have on the environment during your travels. While you are at it try to pack as lightly as possible since the more weight that you carry the more fuel burned during every part of your journey. One final tip to travel in an eco-friendly way is to bring your own reusable water bottle along with you on your journey. This will greatly lessen your need to use plastic water bottles often found on airplanes and hotels that have a hugely negative impact on the environment.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to India

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to India. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$305Average$836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$379Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest$385Average$773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Thai AirAsia XCheapest$410Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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VietJet AirCheapest$463Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$522Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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A.P.G.Cheapest$579Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$599Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Royal Brunei AirlinesCheapest$607Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time84%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$622Average$1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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