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$381+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to New Delhi (DEL)

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SFO — DEL
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 10, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2512:40 pmSFO - DEL
1 stop27h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/116:40 amDEL - SFO
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7$718
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2910:40 pmSFO - DEL
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/161:05 amDEL - SFO
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/7$719
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2711:30 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops26h 10mAir India
Thu 11/64:45 amDEL - SFO
Nonstop15h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/8$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:25 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops28h 00mAir India
Thu 10/232:30 pmDEL - SFO
3 stops42h 25mAir India
Deal found 10/7$721
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2710:30 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops25h 15mAir India
Mon 12/111:00 pmDEL - SFO
2 stops35h 00mAir India
Deal found 10/7$722
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/301:10 pmSFO - DEL
1 stop26h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 12/96:40 amDEL - SFO
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/7$723
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1710:30 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops33h 55mAir India
Mon 12/11:00 amDEL - SFO
2 stops33h 00mAir India
Deal found 10/9$724
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/911:59 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops38h 26mAir India
Sun 10/192:10 amDEL - SFO
Nonstop17h 20mAir India
Deal found 10/9$725
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/210:30 amSFO - DEL
2 stops33h 00mDelta
Mon 12/811:40 amDEL - SFO
1 stop40h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/7$726
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/218:25 amSFO - DEL
2 stops27h 00mLufthansa
Tue 11/181:55 amDEL - SFO
1 stop31h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/8$727
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/910:25 pmSFO - DEL
2 stops24h 50mAir India
Fri 10/314:45 amDEL - SFO
Nonstop15h 30mAir India
Deal found 10/7$728
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2711:30 pmSFO - DEL
1 stop25h 55mAir India
Wed 11/123:00 pmDEL - SFO
1 stop43h 20mAir India
Deal found 10/8$729

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to New Delhi (DEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$718
(oojo)

One-way from

$381
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$939

Good round-trip deal

$839 or less

Good one-way deal

$552 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl flights.
From San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($156 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to New Delhi that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 10, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to New Delhi that are best for you.

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San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Thu 1/1

5:50 am-11:30 pm

2 stops28h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 2/11

11:40 am-7:58 am

2 stops33h 48m

$763

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

3:05 pm-1:50 am

1 stop21h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 11/12

3:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop22h 55m

$771

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

5:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop42h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 12/9

3:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$800

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops30h 10m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 1/26

5:00 am-5:52 pm

2 stops26h 22m

$806

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

9:59 am-9:00 am

2 stops33h 31m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 12/10

5:00 am-9:44 am

2 stops42h 14m

$806

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 1/7

1:59 pm-9:00 am

2 stops29h 31m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 1/21

11:40 am-7:58 am

2 stops33h 48m

$822

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

5:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop42h 15m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 2/9

3:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$854

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

3:15 pm-1:10 am

1 stop21h 25m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 4/10

3:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$861

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

7:25 am-9:55 pm

2 stops26h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 4/30

11:35 pm-5:43 pm

2 stops30h 38m

$875

San FranciscoNew Delhi

SFO - DEL

SFODEL

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

4:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 11/16

11:40 am-7:30 am

2 stops33h 20m

$875

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to New Delhi in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-New Delhi flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-New Delhi flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-New Delhi flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-New Delhi flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-New Delhi flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Delhi from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to New Delhi

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on October 3, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to New Delhi may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi (average of $352). Flying from San Francisco to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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 SFO to DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 10, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to New Delhi, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to New Delhi. Price data was last updated on October 5, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to New Delhi flights

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SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup from restaurants in the SFO2Go program during busy times.

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DEL

Organize your transfers in advance to avoid stress at DEL. Many hotels offer official airport pickup services.

Read more about DELby Jessica Macdonald
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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated October 10, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta, and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to New Delhi. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

San Francisco to New Delhi Travel Guide

For travelers from San Francisco, Delhi can feel a world away. Here, modern conveniences and ancient traditions converge in a single wild, exotic explosion, creating a thrilling vacation destination. From the sleek Lotus Temple to the historic ruins of the Qutub Minar, this massive city delivers surprises around every bend in the road. With a nonstop fare from San Francisco, the delights of the Indian culture are just a single flight away.

With its enormous size, Delhi would take years to explore in full. On your trip from San Francisco, get an overview of the city with a trip on the hop on hop off bus, which is designed specifically for tourists. Then, visit the Jama Masjid mosque, and join the locals as they relax on the steps. For a glimpse at modern Hindu architecture, check out the stunning Akshardham Temple. If you're a cooking enthusiast, don't miss the spice market in Khari Baoli, where you can purchase familiar and exotic ingredients. At sunset, head for the 17th century Red Fort, which glows beautifully in the fading light.

Take the hassle out of planning a trip to Delhi with the Cheapflights smart search engine. Enter the date you want to depart San Francisco, and find the best possible prices.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to New Delhi. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Delhi?

    The flight from San Francisco to Delhi lasts a minimum of 16 hours. To stay comfortable on the flight, pack extra water and comfortable clothes so you can arrive hydrated and rested.

  • Which airlines operate flights from San Francisco to Delhi?

    Only one airline makes the long-haul trip between San Francisco and Delhi: Air India. Flights between the two cities use a Boeing 777?200LR aircraft, which features first, business and economy seating.

  • How frequent are flights between San Francisco to Delhi?

    Air India flies direct from San Francisco to Delhi 6 times per week. You can select from one flight per day, every day of the week except Tuesdays.

  • Which airports serve San Francisco to Delhi?

    Your flight to Delhi will leave from the San Francisco International Airport. Getting to SFO is a breeze, thanks to convenient connections on the BART rapid rail, Caltrain commuter rail and SamTrans buses. In India, you'll land at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. This modern facility makes it easy to get into the city by taxi, subway or bus.

  • Which direct flight route between San Francisco to Delhi is cheapest?

    Since Air India offers the only nonstop flight to Delhi from San Francisco, they automatically have the cheapest price. However, prices can change based on the day of the week and how far in advance you book, so you can get a great deal by comparing departure dates on Cheapflights.

  • How busy are the airports in San Francisco and Delhi?

    There are a number of flights that provide passengers with service from San Francisco to Delhi, located in the central northern part of India. Any flights that depart for this route will leave from the busy transportation hub of San Francisco International Airport (SFO) or from the nearby Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), located just to the south of SFO. SFO is just a short distance from the center of San Francisco, while SJC is about an hour’s journey. Flights from either of these airports will land at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), which is considered one of the busiest airports in the world. Once in India, passengers will find that the center of Delhi is just a few miles from DEL.

  • Which airlines fly directly from San Francisco to Delhi?

    There are a broad range of airlines that offer flights from San Francisco to Delhi. However, there are only two airlines that will support the journey half way around the world without any layovers. These non-stop flight options are available from Air India and United Airlines. These non-stop flights will run from 15h 25min to around 15h 55min.

  • What are the layover options between San Francisco and Delhi?

    There are a broad range of flights that provide service to Delhi from San Francisco, and while a small number of them are direct service options, a majority of the flights that make the trip will include either one or two transfers before landing at their final destination. Typically, the single-layover flight options will stop at a giant international travel hub in North America, like Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), which serves the Greater New York City area, or at a busy transportation hub in Europe, like Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London, England. Alternatively, flights that have two stops may land at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), or some other US and European city combination. These flights from San Francisco to Delhi can range from about 19h 25min to 61h 23min; however, they are often less expensive than non-stop flights.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from San Francisco to Delhi?

    All travellers intending to visit Delhi from the United States will need to have a valid passport. The passport will need to be valid for at least six months beyond the dates of travel and have at least two blank pages for stamps. A visa is also required for flights from San Francisco to Delhi. Electronic visas are acceptable for tourist visits that do not exceed 60 days.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    If you wish to fly to New Delhi from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. There is 1 flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) per day to choose from. Flights to New Delhi from San Francisco are available from 25 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 16h 00m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to New Delhi flight route?

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Delta, ITA Airways, and British Airways can get you from San Francisco to New Delhi in just under 21h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h. The distance from San Francisco to New Delhi is about 7688 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to New Delhi round-trip?

    Flying on Vietnam Airlines is currently your cheapest option to New Delhi, with prices starting at $401. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by ANA and Singapore Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $580 and $582, respectively. Vietnam Airlines is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi is generally $1,430, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $440. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), you can expect to pay $626 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to New Delhi?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Istanbul?

    Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani, and Laleli Camii are currently the most popular points of interest in Istanbul at the moment. Taksim Square, Beyazit Meydani and Laleli Camii are located about 20.8 mi, 21.7 mi, and 21.5 mi, respectively from Istanbul if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Istanbul can rent one for about $40 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $36 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dubai?

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab, by traveling 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Those on a layover in Dubai in need of a rental car can book one at Dubai Intl for about $21.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to New Delhi flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to New Delhi flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to New Delhi 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 San Francisco to New Delhi?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi (average of $352). Flying from San Francisco to New Delhi in June is currently the most expensive (average of $785). 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 San Francisco to Delhi?

    When flying to Delhi from San Francisco, the most environmentally-friendly airlines available are Turkish, American, and United Airlines. These airlines are doing plenty to save the environment and sustain it for future generations. They have transitioned to more sustainable models by upgrading to more eco-friendly fleets, serving more vegetarian meals, and offering travelers more options when purchasing their tickets. This not only saves passengers money, but it is an eco-friendly option because many travelers choose carry-on bags only, which is a greener way to fly. Better still, these airlines are collaborating to achieve the 100% green goal by reducing gas emissions 100%.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from San-Francisco to Delhi?

    The aviation industry is striving to mitigate its environmental impacts. As a passenger, you should also explore ways in which you can travel more sustainably. One of the best options is flying direct as much as possible, which helps minimize the consumption of fuel and the amount of harmful emissions often produced during takeoffs. If you cannot avoid a stopover, you can still help the environment by choosing the most direct route between the two airports. Packing light also contributes to environmental sustainability because the total weight of the aircraft affects fuel consumption directly. Therefore, when the plane is not heavily loaded, there is less fuel consumption, which translates to minimal emissions. Better still, you can offset your carbon emissions by funding projects focused on reducing greenhouse gases.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to New Delhi

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to New Delhi. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Vietnam AirlinesCheapest$401Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
ANACheapest$580Average$1,789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$582Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$646Average$972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
ITA AirwaysCheapest$678Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$690Average$1,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$696Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SWISSCheapest$698Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Cathay PacificCheapest$702Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air FranceCheapest$716Average$1,136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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