New Delhi to Newark (DEL–EWR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
AI105
AI Air India
359
1:50 AM
IST T3
9:00 AM
EDT
16h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA83
UA United
789
11:00 PM
IST T3
6:20 AM+1
EDT
16h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC3317
AC Air Canada
789
11:55 PM
IST T3
6:15 AM+1
EDT
16h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AI106
AI Air India
359
3:11 PM
EDT TB
3:39 PM+1
IST
14h 58m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AC3707
AC Air Canada
789
8:25 PM
EDT TC
9:50 PM+1
IST
14h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
UA82
UA United
789
9:19 PM
EDT TC
9:06 PM+1
IST
14h 17m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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New Delhi to Newark
3 carriers, 18 flights/week nonstop.
3 Airlines 18 Flights/wk 7,311 mi 16h 40m nonstop -9.5h behind 27 1-stop hubs

DEL–EWR is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, United Airlines and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 7,311 miles in approximately 16h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DEL–EWR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AC Air Canada 7 789 16h50 Star Alliance
UA United Airlines 7 789 16h50 Star Alliance
AI Air India 4 359 16h40 Star Alliance
Aircraft on this route
359 Airbus A350-900 – AI
789 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner – AC, UA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: AC + AI + UA (18 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DEL to EWR direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
18
Outbound / wk
18
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DEL to EWR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
27
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~39h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,961
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DEL → EWR
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
64%
Return
EWR → DEL
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. EWR delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9.5h
Newark is 9.5 hours behind New Delhi.
DEL: IST · EWR: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 8.5:00 AM in Newark.
Distance & Flight Time
7,311 mi / 11,765 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 16h 40m to 16h 50m.
Visa & Entry

Indian passport holders need a visa to enter the United States. The B-1/B-2 tourist and business visa is the standard category. Apply online through the DS-160 form at ceac.state.gov, pay the $185 application fee, and schedule an in-person interview at a US consulate in India. Interview wait times vary by city and season. Check ustraveldocs.com/in for current wait times.

B-1/B-2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries. Each stay is limited to 6 months as determined by the CBP officer at entry. Indian nationals are not eligible for the Visa Waiver Program or ESTA. There is no visa on arrival.

Getting to DEL

Delhi Metro Airport Express runs from New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in 18–20 minutes (₹60 one-way). From Shivaji Stadium (central Delhi) it takes 24 minutes. The line has four stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, and IGI Airport (T3). T1 (domestic) is not directly served; take the metro to T3 and the free airport bus shuttle to T1.Prepaid taxis from the terminal use a metered system with fixed rates; central Delhi costs ₹400–600. Ola and Uber operate widely and are often cheaper. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted on the expressway.

Getting from EWR

AirTrain connects terminals to Newark Airport rail station ($5.50 one-way, paid at the station). NJ Transit trains then run to New York Penn Station (25–30 min, $13.50) or Newark Penn Station (5 min). Total to Midtown Manhattan: $19 and about 45 minutes.

Taxis carry a flat $55 rate to Manhattan (plus tolls and tip). Ride-shares are typically $45–75. Shared shuttle vans to Midtown hotels run around $25–30 per person. Car rentals are on-site in the P4 garage.

Newark Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (28–34°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that generate frequent ground delays June through August. Winters are cold (−4 to 4°C) with snow and ice storms several times per season. Nor'easters can close EWR for hours.

Spring brings variable conditions with frost possible into April. Fall is the most reliable travel season. Fog off Newark Bay occasionally reduces visibility in autumn and winter.

DEL–EWR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New Delhi to Newark route.
Route details
Distance7,311 mi / 11,765 km
Flight time16h 40m to 16h 50m
Time difference-9.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)3
Weekly flights18 out / 18 return
1-stop connections27 hubs
Origin: DEL
IATA / ICAODEL / VIDP
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr77.8M
Elevation777 ft / 237 m
Destination: EWR
IATA / ICAOEWR / KEWR
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr49.1M
Elevation18 ft / 5 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DEL to EWR flights.
Nonstop flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport take approximately 16h 40m to 16h 50m. The route covers 7,311 miles.
3 airlines operate nonstop service: Air Canada, Air India and United Airlines.
There are approximately 18 nonstop flights per week from DEL to EWR. The return direction has about 18 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NRT, MUC, AMS, WAW, YUL, FCO, YYZ, IST, FRA, BOS, VIE, ZRH, BOM, CDG, DXB, MXP, ATH, CAI, HND, TLV, LHR, ICN, SIN, CPH, SFO, YVR and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Newark is 9.5 hours behind New Delhi.
Yes, return flights from EWR to DEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DEL to EWR

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, Air India and United Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

DEL to EWR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DEL to EWR ranges from 16 hours 40 minutes to 16 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,311 miles (11,765 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via NRT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.