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Flights from Delhi

Delhi (DEL) is India's national capital and one of the country's most active aviation hubs, connecting guests to Indian cities and international destinations across the Gulf, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. Air India Express serves both route types from Delhi, catering to business and leisure travellers and the large communities commuting to Gulf destinations. This page compiles routes, indicative fares, and travel essentials to help you plan your departure from Delhi.

Flights from Delhi - Route Network, Fares & Schedule Overview

Delhi International Airport (DEL) is the departure point for all routes on this page. From Delhi, Air India Express operates one of its widest domestic schedules alongside confirmed Gulf international routes to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai, and Dammam. This section presents both route types together so you can compare indicative Delhi flight fares and key travel requirements before reviewing the sections below.

The combined table below presents domestic and international departures side by side for a quick first comparison. Check air fares from Delhi across both route types and verify live pricing on Air India Express before completing your booking.

Disclaimer: Prices and frequency may vary depending on the season and demand. Fares shown are indicative and subject to change. Always verify live pricing on AIX’s website before booking.

Domestic Flights from Delhi

Air India Express operates an extensive domestic network from Delhi, with confirmed routes to Lucknow, Bagdogra, Ranchi, Patna, Goa, Mumbai, Pune, and Srinagar, among others. The Lucknow connection offers the most affordable starting fare. Confirm the current timetable on AIX before booking.

The table below lists eight domestic options from Delhi with indicative fare, approximate flight duration, and type. Compare routes by journey purpose and lead time before confirming your Delhi (DEL) flight booking.

Disclaimer: Prices and frequency may vary depending on the season and demand. Fares shown are indicative and subject to change. Verify live pricing on AIX’s website before booking.

International Flights from Delhi

Air India Express connects Delhi to Gulf routes: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Dubai in the UAE, and Dammam in Saudi Arabia, among others. Confirm current route availability and schedules on Air India Express.

All international guests departing from Delhi Airport require a valid passport; visa requirements differ by destination and nationality. Confirm current entry requirements on the official immigration portal of your destination country before booking.

Disclaimer: Prices and frequency may vary depending on the season and demand. Fares shown are indicative and subject to change. Verify live pricing on AIX’s website before booking. Visa information is also indicative. Always confirm current entry requirements on the official immigration portal of the destination country before travel.

How to Book Flights from Delhi on Air India Express

Flights from Delhi (DEL) are bookable on Air India Express' website and through the AIX mobile app. Set Delhi (DEL) as your departure city to access the full range of domestic and international routes from Delhi International Airport within a single booking journey.

1. Open airindiaexpress.com or the AIX mobile app. Select Delhi (DEL) as your departure city.
2. Choose your route type: domestic (within India) or international. Enter your destination city.
3. Review available routes and compare fares. Where travel dates allow flexibility, searching a spread of dates before deciding can surface a lower fare.
4. Choose your preferred departure date and fare class: Lite, Value, Classic, Flex, or Business.
5. Add any extras you need during the booking: additional checked baggage, a pre-ordered meal, or a preferred seat. Pre-purchasing online costs considerably less than adding these at the airport.
6. Enter guest details as they appear on your government-approved photo ID (domestic) or passport (international). Pay securely and keep the booking reference for web check-in.

Delhi Airport Guide for Air India Express Guests

Air India Express flights from Delhi depart from Delhi International Airport (DEL), located approx. 16 km southwest of the city centre. The Delhi Metro Airport Express Line offers a quick connection from the airport to New Delhi Railway Station. Here’s what you need to keep in mind:

• Allow extra time for the drive from central Delhi, especially during peak office hours, Diwali and Holi festival periods, and Republic Day week, when road traffic towards the airport and around the city is typically heavier than usual.
• Carry the correct documents for your route: a government-approved photo ID for domestic flights from Delhi or a valid passport with an applicable visa for international departures. Keep these accessible throughout check-in, security, and boarding.
• Confirm your terminal before you set out. For the most current terminal information, verify on Air India Express before travelling.

Check-In, Baggage and Boarding Tips for Flights from Delhi

Check-in timelines and baggage allowances differ between domestic and international departures from Delhi Airport. Review the bullet points and milestone table below to plan your airport visit for the right route type.

• Web check-in opens 14 days before your scheduled departure. The closing deadline differs: 2 hours before domestic departures from Delhi and 1 hour before international flights.
• Verify your baggage entitlement before packing. Domestic Economy fares include up to 20 kg check-in luggage (Lite fare: 7 kg cabin baggage, no check-in allowance). International Economy fares include up to 35 kg; always verify per fare type on AIX.
• Any extra baggage added online before travel costs significantly less than the same addition at the airport counter, for both domestic and international departures from Delhi.
• Boarding gates at Delhi International Airport close 25 minutes before scheduled departure on all Air India Express flights, domestic and international alike.

Visa and Travel Documents for International Flights from Delhi

Visa and entry requirements for international flights from Delhi Airport vary based on your destination country and nationality. International immigration authorities accept only a valid passport; domestic Indian identification documents cannot be used for international immigration clearance. It is advisable to confirm the official entry requirements of your destination prior to booking.

• Ensure your passport satisfies the validity criteria set by your destination country's entry regulations. Most international destinations served from Delhi require passport validity of at least 6 months beyond the intended date of arrival.
• Determine whether a visa is required based on your nationality and intended destination. A number of Gulf nations provide visa-on-arrival or e-visa facilities for holders of Indian passports. This should be confirmed via the official immigration portal of the destination country.
• Keep both printed and digital copies of visa approvals, hotel reservations, return travel details, and proof of funds, where required by the destination country.
• Familiarise yourself with the customs and immigration regulations applicable to your destination prior to departure, including any requirements for declaring cash, gold, or electronic items.

eSIM, Roaming and SIM Card Options for International Travellers

International travellers departing from Delhi have three connectivity options while abroad: keeping their Indian number live through a roaming plan, installing a travel eSIM before departure, or buying a local SIM on arrival at the destination. The best fit depends on trip length, whether you need to stay reachable on an Indian number, and how much you want to spend on calls and data.

Option 1 - International Roaming

For travellers who need their Indian number to stay active during the trip, an international roaming pack from their existing operator is the most direct solution.

• Check available international bundles from Airtel, Jio, or Vi for your destination, choose the plan that fits your usage, and activate it before your flight from Delhi.
• Activate the roaming bundle before boarding; switching it on from outside India after landing is not always possible from all Gulf or Southeast Asian destinations.

Option 2 - Travel eSIM

A travel eSIM handles data-first connectivity needs on international trips from Delhi: navigation, booking apps, messaging platforms, and translation services.

• eSIMs are configured digitally on your phone before departure and connect automatically on arrival at the destination, with no physical SIM card to source or swap.
• Install the eSIM and load the plan before leaving Delhi; pricing in the local currency of your destination keeps exchange-rate markups predictable.

Option 3 - Local SIM at Destination

For longer international stays of a week or more, a local SIM collected at the destination airport delivers the most cost-effective per-day data and call rates. Allow time for identity verification (KYC) at the destination, which takes longer than eSIM setup and makes a local SIM better suited to extended international stays than to brief visits from Delhi.

When is the Best Time to Book Delhi Flights?

Air fares from Delhi are shaped by the capital's busy political and cultural calendar, seasonal domestic travel patterns, and Gulf departure windows. All fares on this page are indicative 'from' pricing; confirm live rates on AIX's website before booking.

• Book in advance for Republic Day week, Holi, school summer breaks (May-June), and Diwali, when demand from Delhi peaks. Last-minute fares in these windows are typically well above the advance purchase price for both domestic and international routes.
• Compare multiple departure dates before confirming your booking. Fares change by date on both domestic and international routes from Delhi.
• Tuesday and Wednesday departures consistently carry the lowest air fares from Delhi on domestic routes; Fridays and Sundays attract peak pricing and the heaviest demand. Comparing a range of dates before committing can make a meaningful difference to both domestic and international fares.

Why Choose Air India Express?

Air India Express is a Tata Group low-cost carrier operating at Delhi International Airport, offering Delhi travellers a broad domestic network and established Gulf international connections. Here is what the airline brings to guests flying from Delhi:

• Competitive Delhi flight fares across Lite, Value, Classic, Flex, and Business categories, from the lowest airfare from Delhi on domestic connections to flexible Gulf pricing on Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Dubai routes.
• One of the widest domestic networks from Delhi, covering Lucknow, Bagdogra, Ranchi, Patna, Goa, Mumbai, Pune, Srinagar, Guwahati, Bhubaneswar, Bengaluru, Kochi, and many more destinations across India.
• Flexible fare types designed for different travel needs: Lite fare for carry-on travel at the lowest fare; Flex fare with date-change flexibility; and Business with priority check-in and a higher baggage allowance.
• All bookings placed in INR through UPI, card, net banking, or EMI on the India edition of Air India Express, with no currency conversion required even when booking Gulf international routes from Delhi.
• Meals included on Classic, Flex, and Business fares on eligible flights from Delhi; Lite and Value guests can pre-order hot meals up to 12 hours before departure, with menu options varying by route and flight length.
• Accessibility assistance on request for domestic and international departures from Delhi: wheelchair support, priority boarding, and other mobility-related services. Request at the time of booking or by contacting Air India Express ahead of travel.
• Infant and child fare categories on domestic and international routes: the lap-infant policy covers children under 2 years; child fares apply to ages 2 to 12. Baggage allowances differ between domestic and international bookings.
• Pet travel may be available on selected Air India Express flights subject to current policy, aircraft type, and route eligibility. For international routes, the destination country's animal import rules also apply. Confirm all requirements with Air India Express before booking from Delhi.
• DigiYatra paperless boarding at participating Indian airports for domestic departures from Delhi; this service is not available on international flights.
• NEU Coins earned on qualifying bookings through the Tata Neu platform, redeemable against future Air India Express travel on domestic and international routes from Delhi. Check earning rates and redemption conditions on the Tata Neu app or AIX.