Abu Dhabi to New Delhi (AUH–DEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–DEL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways, Air India Express and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 1,415 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 28 | 320, 781 | 3h20-3h35 | – | – | – |
| IX Air India Express | 11 | 320 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 3h40 | – | – | – |
| AI Air India | 5 | 320 | 4h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach New Delhi from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→DEL | DWC→DEL | DXB→DEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 45 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 51 | 1 | 148 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 22m | 3h 5m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · DEL: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 7.5:00 PM in New Delhi.
UAE passport holders need a visa to enter India. An eVisa is available online for tourism (up to 30, 90, or 365 days), business, and medical purposes. Apply through the Indian government's eVisa portal at least 4 days before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
eVisa holders must enter through designated airports. Declare cash over USD 5,000 or total currency over USD 10,000.
Airport Express Metro from T3 to New Delhi Railway Station (18–20 min, ₹60) runs 5am–11:30pm. T1 (domestic departures) has a free shuttle to T3 for the metro. Prepaid taxi booths in arrivals offer fixed fares; the New Delhi railway area is ₹400–600.Ola and Uber are reliable from DEL and often cheaper than prepaid taxis. Delhi traffic is severe; plan 60–90 minutes for surface transport during peak hours even though the airport is only 15 km from Connaught Place. NH-48 expressway provides the main access road.
Semi-arid climate with extreme seasonal variation. Summers (April–June) are extremely hot (38–46°C). Heat affects ground crew capacity but flights operate normally. Monsoon season (July–September) brings heavy rain and severe thunderstorms that frequently cause delays and diversions. Dust storms (andhi) precede monsoon onset in May–June and reduce visibility to near zero within minutes.
Dense fog is the most disruptive winter condition. December and January bring persistent cold fog (5–10°C with near-zero visibility) that can shut down operations for hours each morning. Delhi is one of the foggiest major airports in Asia during this period. Autumn (October–November) and spring (February–March) are the most flight-stable windows.
AUH–DEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to DEL
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Air India, Etihad Airways and Air India Express. With 51 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to DEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to DEL ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,415 miles (2,276 km). There are approximately 51 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via PNQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC), Dubai (DXB) and Sharjah (SHJ).