Cheap flights from Australia to India

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From Australia to India

What days are direct flights available from Australia to India?

Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Wednesday, Friday.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Australia to India have been viewed 61,634 times in the past calendar month.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Australia to India?

Before booking your flight from Australia to India, check out the most popular airlines for this route: IndiGo, Etihad Airways or China Eastern.

What are the most popular routes from Australia to India?

The most popular route from Australia to India is Melbourne - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. You may also consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl or Melbourne Avalon - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

What are the cheapest flights from Australia to India?

On average you can expect to pay $1,009 for a flight from Australia to India. The cheapest flight overall is $531 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl) is currently priced at $662.

What are the most reliable airlines from Australia to India?

Before booking your flight to India from Australia, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: LOT (100%), Air India (49%), Ethiopian Air( 49%).

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.