Cheap flights from Sydney to New Delhi from ₹ 39,594
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SYD — DEL
8 Dec — 15 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 November 2026.
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Best flights from Sydney to New Delhi
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to New Delhi that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 November 2026.
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Deal found 7/11₹ 153,861
Direct flights from Sydney to New Delhi
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to New Delhi based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 8 November 2026.
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Deal found 6/11₹ 76,178
Last-minute flights from Sydney to New Delhi
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to New Delhi. Data last updated 8 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 3/11₹ 71,570
One-way flights from Sydney to New Delhi
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to New Delhi. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 November 2026.
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Find flight deals from Sydney to New Delhi
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 8 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 8 November 2026.
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SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 17/3
08:45-21:30
1 stop18h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 47,023
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 16/2
07:35-08:30
3 stops30h 25m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 61,131
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 4/12
17:10-17:00
1 stop29h 20m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 64,892
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 10/1
20:00-08:30
2 stops42h 00m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 69,124
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 7/12
12:05-22:50
2 stops40h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 82,573
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 28/12
21:45-14:40
1 stop22h 25m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 84,266
Fastest return journey
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 2/12
12:05-22:50
1 stop16h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 84,360
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 24/11
11:40-23:10
1 stop17h 00m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 84,548
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 16/11
11:50-18:30
2 stops36h 10m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 86,147
SydneyNew Delhi
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
SYDDEL
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 18/11
12:05-22:50
2 stops40h 15m
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-04:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 87,652
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to New Delhi?
The best time to book flights from Sydney to New Delhi is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to New Delhi?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to New Delhi (average of ₹ 71,852). Flying from Sydney to New Delhi in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 124,236). 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 SYD to DEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 8 November 2026.
When flying from Sydney to New Delhi, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to New Delhi?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sydney to New Delhi flights typically cost between ₹ 81,162 and ₹ 106,179 in February.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 69,595 on Air India (2 Feb–1 Mar).
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to New Delhi
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to New Delhi. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 November 2026.
The most flights from SYD to DEL are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
How often are flights from Sydney to New Delhi delayed?
About 25% of weekly flights between Sydney and New Delhi have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to New Delhi flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to New Delhi flights?
Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New Delhi?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to New Delhi chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to New Delhi on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to New Delhi?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Melbourne (MEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 76,821.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to New Delhi?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to New Delhi, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Melbourne (MEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 15m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to New Delhi?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to New Delhi, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Guangzhou (CAN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 05m.
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 8 November 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Thai Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Sydney to New Delhi to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
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