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Cheap flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. from ₹ 47,718

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEL — WAS
2 May — 9 May1
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 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday 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 2 April 2026.

Sun 17/509:25
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 2/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 29/3₹ 72,553
Wed 15/420:05
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop29h 10m
SAUDIA
Sat 10/1018:50
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop29h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 29/3₹ 72,646
Fri 1/515:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Thu 7/515:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4₹ 73,111
Tue 12/515:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/515:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4₹ 73,204
Fri 19/609:25
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3₹ 73,390
Mon 25/521:15
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 25/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 73,576
Sun 31/509:25
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop33h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 27/615:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop26h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3₹ 74,041
Fri 1/515:55
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop27h 20m
Etihad Airways
Mon 4/515:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop37h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/4₹ 74,413
Mon 13/420:05
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop29h 10m
SAUDIA
Sat 12/918:50
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop29h 25m
SAUDIA
Deal found 29/3₹ 74,506
Sat 16/504:50
DEL
-
IAD
1 stop38h 25m
Etihad Airways
Sun 19/715:10
IAD
-
DEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 31/3₹ 74,600
Fri 16/1007:40
DEL
-
DCA
2 stops24h 47m
Finnair
Mon 19/1019:06
DCA
-
DEL
2 stops24h 44m
Finnair
Deal found 29/3₹ 83,808
Wed 9/907:40
DEL
-
DCA
2 stops24h 52m
Finnair
Tue 9/217:45
DCA
-
DEL
2 stops25h 50m
Finnair
Deal found 30/3₹ 84,087

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 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 72,553

One-way from

₹ 47,718

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 94,133
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/5-2/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 30m total
  • New Delhi to Washington, D.C.
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 57m total
  • New Delhi to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 330,013 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 2 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 16/6

21:15-09:45

1 stop22h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 21/8

15:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 86,413

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 31/5

21:15-09:45

1 stop22h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 25/6

15:10-19:20

1 stop18h 40m

₹ 86,413

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 20/4

04:35-16:05

1 stop21h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

21:00-01:55

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 88,924

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - DCA

DELDCA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 19/5

07:40-22:29

2 stops24h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/11

17:45-06:05

2 stops25h 50m

₹ 89,761

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 15/4

20:05-15:45

1 stop29h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 29/4

18:50-17:00

1 stop60h 40m

₹ 90,040

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - DCA

DELDCA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 22/5

03:55-19:45

2 stops25h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 29/7

13:30-01:55

2 stops26h 55m

₹ 94,133

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 18/8

16:25-08:40

1 stop25h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 30/11

10:30-19:55

1 stop22h 55m

₹ 95,714

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 20/4

21:30-23:26

2 stops35h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 15/10

21:00-01:55

1 stop19h 25m

₹ 102,598

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - DCA

DELDCA

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 22/5

07:40-23:13

2 stops25h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/11

17:45-06:05

2 stops25h 50m

₹ 108,644

New DelhiWashington, D.C.

DEL - IAD

DELIAD

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 19/5

04:25-21:18

2 stops26h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

10:55-14:45

1 stop18h 20m

₹ 109,295

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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 2 April 2026.

Booking 86 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 ₹ 40,648). Flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 80,088). 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 26% 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 ₹ 86,236.

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 05m.

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 42% of weekly flights between New Delhi and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 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?

Friday 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 42% 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 2 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Delta, andVirgin Atlantic 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
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,373 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
685 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,431 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
2,972 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 22h. 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 ₹ 37,560, SWISS will fly you from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 42,132 and ₹ 58,322, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. for 58% 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?

    ₹ 27,234 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 ₹ 28,704 and ₹ 38,242, 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 ₹ 40,648). Flying from New Delhi to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 80,088). 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 2 April 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 2 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest₹ 37,560Average₹ 93,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 42,132Average₹ 112,554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 58,322Average₹ 83,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 64,729Average₹ 84,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest₹ 67,571Average₹ 92,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest₹ 71,443Average₹ 84,728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 71,529Average₹ 90,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 72,489Average₹ 78,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 74,287Average₹ 92,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest₹ 74,417Average₹ 105,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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