DEL–IAD

Flights from Delhi to Washington, D.C.

Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Delhi to Washington, D.C.. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.

Duration
About 21h 10m at the quickest, 27h 10m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Delhi and Washington, D.C. in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates Airlines, United Airlines, Air India
Time difference
Washington, D.C. (Eastern Time) is 9.5 hours behind Delhi during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 10.5 hours behind the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.

This week's live check

Checked October 2, 2026

A real search for Delhi to Washington, D.C., round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 13 and returning Nov 27. 1419 options came back.

Nonstop
No nonstop found
Quickest
21h 10m
Typical, cheaper fares
27h 10m
Lowest round trip
$1,113
Most common connections
  • Frankfurt · from 21h 10m
  • Dubai · from 21h 10m
  • London · from 22h 50m
  • Zurich · from 24h 15m
  • Istanbul · from 23h

Airlines among the cheapest options: Etihad Airways, Lufthansa, Emirates Airlines, United Airlines, Air India.

Search your datesPrices change daily and are confirmed with the airline before you pay.

Flying from Delhi to Washington, D.C.

There is no nonstop between Delhi and Washington, D.C., so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 21h 10m; a typical itinerary takes about 27h 10m.

The most common connections are through Frankfurt, Dubai, London and Zurich, with the fastest one-stop options via Frankfurt at about 21h 10m.

In our live search on October 2, 2026, 1419 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,113 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.

Airlines serving this market

Etihad Airways

One stop, connecting in Abu Dhabi.

Lufthansa

One stop, connecting in Frankfurt or Munich.

Emirates Airlines

One stop, connecting in Dubai.

United Airlines

One stop, usually through a partner airline's hub in Europe or the Middle East.

Air India

Connects through an Indian gateway such as Delhi or Mumbai, or with a partner airline.

Which connection works best from Delhi?

Frankfurt (fastest about 21h 10m), Dubai (fastest about 21h 10m), London (fastest about 22h 50m), Zurich (fastest about 24h 15m) 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 Washington, D.C. (IAD)

International flights check in at the main terminal and board at the midfield concourses. The Metro Silver Line now runs directly to Dulles.

Traveling with family?

With a connection, we look for itineraries that keep the family on one ticket with a comfortable layover, and request seats together on both flights where the fare allows it.

Student / long-stay fares

Students starting a semester in Washington, D.C. 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–Washington, D.C. depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.

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Delhi to Washington, D.C. FAQ

No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once, most often in Frankfurt, Dubai and London.

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