Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Delhi to San Francisco. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.
San Francisco (Pacific Time) is 12.5 hours behind Delhi during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 13.5 hours behind the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.
This week's live check
Checked October 10, 2026
A real search for Delhi to San Francisco, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 21 and returning Dec 5. 1252 options came back.
Air India flies Delhi–San Francisco nonstop, about 16h 5m in the air. One-stop itineraries are usually cheaper and add a few hours.
The most common connections are through Dubai, Frankfurt, London and Munich, with the fastest one-stop options via Frankfurt at about 22h 30m.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, 1252 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $998 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.
Airlines serving this market
EVA Airways
One-stop itineraries, often with a partner airline on one of the legs.
Which connection works best from Delhi?
Dubai (fastest about 22h 55m), Frankfurt (fastest about 22h 30m), London (fastest about 24h 45m), Munich (fastest about 26h 25m) came up most often in our latest search. Gulf hubs usually give the shortest total time; European hubs can work better on price, baggage or schedule. We also check the layover length, terminal changes and transit visa rules for your passport before you book.
When should you book?
Departures from Delhi to the USA are busiest in May and June, when parents visit family for the summer, and in late July and August for students starting the fall semester. October to March is the most pleasant time in Delhi. Book peak dates early; February to April and October to November usually price better.
Origin airport
Departing from Delhi (DEL)
International flights use Terminal 3. Some domestic flights leave from Terminal 1, so check the terminal for any onward flight and allow time for the transfer.
Destination airport
Arriving in San Francisco (SFO)
Long-haul flights leave from the International Terminal, Boarding Areas A and G. BART stops at the airport, so you can arrive without a car.
Traveling with family?
On the nonstop, a family's seat request covers one flight. We request seats together where the fare allows advance seat selection and check child and infant fares; adjoining seats remain subject to airline policy.
Student / long-stay fares
Students starting a semester in San Francisco can compare one-way and open-return fares and the two-bag allowance most airlines give on India–USA routes.
Premium Economy & Business Class
Business and Premium Economy availability on Delhi–San Francisco depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.
Why book with Voldeluxe?
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Yes. In our latest live search, Air India flew DEL–SFO nonstop, about 16h 5m.
About 16h 5m at the quickest and about 28h 50m for a typical itinerary, including any connection.
EVA Airways came up most often among the cheapest options in our latest search.
In our live search on October 10, 2026, round-trip economy started at $998, with typical fares around $998, taxes included. Your price depends on the dates, so search yours or ask us for a quote.
Indian passport holders should check transit visa rules for the connecting hub; most Gulf hubs and, since June 2026, Germany's main airports don't require one when you stay airside. Travelers holding a valid U.S. visa are also generally exempt in the UK and most Schengen hubs. We check the rule for your exact routing.
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