How many flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 11.1% of flights from San Francisco to New Delhi were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that direct flights are less common on this route, and travelers should anticipate at least two stops if not flying direct.

How many hours is the flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to New Delhi has a median duration of 20 hours and 45 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is slightly longer, at 22 hours and 35 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 12380 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from San Francisco to New Delhi come up?

Historically, cheap flights from San Francisco to New Delhi come up frequently. This route is often a source of competitive pricing. Travelers can typically find good opportunities for deals on this popular international journey.

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2026-12-01 – 2026-12-23
SFO - New Delhi
93% AI deal score
$1,224
$738
Round trip
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$949
$740
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$939
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San Francisco to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

A typical journey from San Francisco to New Delhi takes about 20h 45m, including connections. Given that most itineraries for this long-haul route involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the overall travel experience. For those seeking direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi, it's important to note that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

Right now, if you're looking for cheap flights from San Francisco to New Delhi, fares are typically $1069–$2087, with a median of $1574. Current fares are below the typical level, which can be an advantage for travelers. Approximately 3% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available, and new deals appear almost daily.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi? The most affordable months to travel are August, with a median fare of $807, followed by September at $817, and February with a median of $847. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare, providing opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

The distance between San Francisco and New Delhi is approximately 12380 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance contributes to the extended flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries for this route.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to New Delhi

Regular price: $844 - $1,616

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi is between $844 and $1616. The current lowest deal is $711 with Air India Limited, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 27.

now $711

Low $844

High $1,616

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

The cheapest month to fly from SFO to DEL is April, with a median price of $644. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2085. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $644

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,085

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to New Delhi

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

KLM

$1,375

$913

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Eastern Airlines

$978

$745

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Southern Airlines

$914

$783

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Southern Airlines

$946

$785

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

$924

$748

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

$924

$748

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

22 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 23

$1,224 → $738

40%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$1,375 → $914

34%

14 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 24

$1,161 → $778

33%

12 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 22

$1,161 → $779

33%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

San Francisco - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Francisco to New Delhi are below the typical level of $1574.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $644.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 20h 45m

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to New Delhi takes 20h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 88.9% of recent deals, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited is a provider of direct flights on the San Francisco to New Delhi route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are frequent, appearing often.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient option for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$711

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport serves as a primary gateway to New Delhi and surrounding regions.

📍 ~12 km from New Delhi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$711

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Hindon Airport (HDO) is a useful alternative for Delhi travelers due to its proximity within the National Capital Region.

📍 ~25 km from New Delhi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,155

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Jan 20

New Delhi, India

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$19,647

$10,311

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From SFO

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Jan 19

New Delhi, India

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$19,647

$10,452

Save $9,195

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From SFO

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Jan 18

New Delhi, India

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$19,632

$10,452

Save $9,180

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From SFO

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Jan 19

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,632

$10,474

Save $9,158

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From SFO

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Oct 12

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,875

$10,520

Save $9,355

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From SFO

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Jan 19

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,772

$10,526

Save $9,246

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From SFO

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Jan 18

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,745

$10,526

Save $9,219

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From SFO

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Nov 17

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,854

$10,606

Save $9,248

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From SFO

Elite

Nov 25

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,790

$10,606

Save $9,184

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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From SFO

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Nov 09

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,591

$10,606

Save $8,985

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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From SFO

Elite

Nov 25

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,816

$10,608

Save $9,208

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

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From SFO

Elite

Nov 17

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,749

$10,608

Save $9,141

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi have been found within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $685. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees prices rise significantly to an average of $2016. For those planning further ahead, prices for flights booked 28-59 days in advance averaged around $1020, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $1242.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Francisco to New Delhi is typically considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $1069. The median price for this route over the same period was $1574. Prices above $2087 are generally in the more expensive range. Therefore, aiming for a price under $1069 is a strong indicator of a favorable fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi have been August, with a median price of $807, and September, with a median price of $817. February also offered competitive prices, with a median of $847. These months generally offer better value compared to the annual median price of $1574 for this route.

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San Francisco to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to New Delhi

Regular price: $844 - $1,616

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi is between $844 and $1616. The current lowest deal is $711 with Air India Limited, for travel from Oct 5-Oct 27.

now $711

Low $844

High $1,616

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

The cheapest month to fly from SFO to DEL is April, with a median price of $644. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2085. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $644

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,085

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Air India Limited

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to New Delhi

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

KLM

$1,375

$913

One-way

Mon, Aug 31

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Eastern Airlines

$978

$745

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Southern Airlines

$914

$783

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

China Southern Airlines

$946

$785

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

$924

$748

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - New Delhi

San Francisco (SFO) - New Delhi (DEL)

Air India Limited

$924

$748

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

22 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 23

$1,224 → $738

40%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$1,375 → $914

34%

14 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 24

$1,161 → $778

33%

12 nights

Feb 10 - Feb 22

$1,161 → $779

33%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

San Francisco - New Delhi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from San Francisco to New Delhi are below the typical level of $1574.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $644.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 20h 45m

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to New Delhi takes 20h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 88.9% of recent deals, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Air India Limited is a provider of direct flights on the San Francisco to New Delhi route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are frequent, appearing often.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient option for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$711

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Indira Gandhi International (DEL)

Cheapest

Indira Gandhi International Airport serves as a primary gateway to New Delhi and surrounding regions.

📍 ~12 km from New Delhi (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$711

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Hindon Airport (HDO)

Hindon Airport (HDO) is a useful alternative for Delhi travelers due to its proximity within the National Capital Region.

New Delhi, India

95% AI deal score

$19,749

$10,608

Save $9,141

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to New Delhi

San Francisco to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to New Delhi

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

Direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to New Delhi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

San Francisco - New Delhi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Direct flights take 20h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

Best Elite deals to New Delhi

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Jan 19

Jan 18

Jan 19

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

How early should I book San Francisco to New Delhi flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a San Francisco to New Delhi flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?

How many flights from San Francisco to New Delhi are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from San Francisco to New Delhi?

How often do cheap flights from San Francisco to New Delhi come up?

Related routes

More routes from San Francisco

Flights to New Delhi from other cities

San Francisco to New Delhi: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to New Delhi

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

Direct flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to New Delhi

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to New Delhi

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi

San Francisco - New Delhi route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in April for the best prices

Direct flights take 20h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air India Limited offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

New Delhi main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New Delhi used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Delhi

Best Elite deals to New Delhi

Jan 20

Jan 19

Jan 18

Jan 19

Oct 12

Jan 19

Jan 18

Nov 17

Nov 25

Nov 09

Nov 25

Nov 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Delhi

How early should I book San Francisco to New Delhi flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a San Francisco to New Delhi flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from San Francisco to New Delhi?