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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. from ₹ 38,792

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — WAS
1 Mar — 8 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or November, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2026.

Mon 16/208:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop34h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/214:35
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop37h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1₹ 71,701
Mon 13/415:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Fri 8/515:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1₹ 71,885
Fri 26/610:05
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop40h 50m
British Airways
Mon 17/817:40
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop20h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 28/1₹ 71,977
Thu 30/410:05
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop19h 45m
British Airways
Mon 26/1022:45
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop21h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 29/1₹ 72,069
Mon 1/604:50
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop38h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop37h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1₹ 72,161
Mon 9/316:20
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/415:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop37h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1₹ 72,345
Wed 27/515:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 12/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop26h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/1₹ 72,529
Thu 5/201:30
DEL
-
IAD
2 stops25h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/417:15
IAD
-
DEL
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1₹ 72,712
Mon 9/203:20
DEL
-
IAD
2 stops23h 56m
KLM
Thu 30/417:40
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop22h 45m
KLM
Deal found 29/1₹ 72,896
Tue 16/600:50
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop24h 45m
Delta
Wed 19/818:15
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop19h 05m
Delta
Deal found 28/1₹ 73,080
Thu 5/201:30
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop25h 35m
Delta
Sat 25/417:40
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop22h 45m
Delta
Deal found 28/1₹ 73,172
Tue 10/201:30
DEL
-
DCA
2 stops25h 29m
Delta
Mon 2/307:35
DCA
-
DEL
2 stops32h 35m
Delta
Deal found 28/1₹ 74,183

Find flight deals from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 71,701

One-way from

₹ 38,792

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 98,359
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 16/2-23/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 71h 45m total
  • New Delhi to Washington, D.C.
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 15m total
  • New Delhi to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 113,217 potential savings vs. average return price).
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New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 2/7

10:05-17:25

1 stop40h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 20/8

19:15-23:35

1 stop18h 50m

₹ 71,977

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 3/6

21:15-09:45

1 stop22h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 26/7

15:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 74,551

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 4/6

04:50-09:45

1 stop38h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 25/7

15:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 74,551

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 4/6

04:50-09:45

1 stop38h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 22/7

15:10-03:10

1 stop26h 30m

₹ 74,551

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 15/3

08:55-10:05

1 stop34h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/4

15:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 74,643

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 23/2

16:20-09:05

1 stop27h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/3

15:35-19:20

1 stop18h 15m

₹ 75,746

New DelhiBaltimore

DEL - BWI

DELBWI

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 3/3

03:20-00:35

2 stops31h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/5

12:27-22:50

2 stops24h 53m

₹ 83,560

New DelhiBaltimore

DEL - BWI

DELBWI

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 24/2

01:30-19:40

2 stops28h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 18/3

15:35-01:10

2 stops24h 05m

₹ 83,743

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 13/4

22:05-08:40

1 stop20h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 28/5

10:55-09:05

1 stop36h 40m

₹ 83,835

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 13/4

03:55-16:05

2 stops21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 13/5

17:15-01:55

2 stops23h 10m

₹ 84,203

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Best time to book a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 40,171). Flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 79,423). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Share of one-stop return flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 87,705.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 10m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.

How often are flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 48% of weekly flights between New Delhi and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 48% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 30 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Virgin Atlantic, andEtihad Airways from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
678 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,375 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,978 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,490 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 12.5 km from the city centre, New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from New Delhi. Booking flights from Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 14 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

    Departing from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. will take you 21h 10m. The distance between New Delhi and Washington, D.C. is about 12049 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 57,638, Etihad Airways will fly you from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 69,370 and ₹ 70,605, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    ₹ 26,880 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on IndiGo and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from ₹ 33,536 and ₹ 37,793, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. is New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Delhi to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. 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 New Delhi to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 40,171). Flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 79,423). 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.

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Fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 January 2026.
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Top 10 airlines flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C.. 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 57,638Average₹ 82,992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 69,370Average₹ 94,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest₹ 70,605Average₹ 83,733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 71,633Average₹ 84,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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KLMCheapest₹ 71,663Average₹ 98,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 71,767Average₹ 76,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 73,059Average₹ 92,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 73,105Average₹ 92,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air FranceCheapest₹ 74,025Average₹ 80,914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 76,312Average₹ 85,842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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