New Delhi to Dulles (DEL–IAD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
DXB Dubai 18h 25m 6EAIEK EK Dubai (DXB) to Dulles flights
EWR Newark 18h 46m ACAIUA AVAZEJA Newark (EWR) to Dulles flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 19h 1m ACAIAZ ACAILH Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Dulles flights
IST Istanbul 19h 18m 6ETK 6EPKTG Istanbul (IST) to Dulles flights
LHR London 19h 51m 6EACAI AYBACM London (LHR) to Dulles flights
AMS Amsterdam 20h 16m AFAIKL ACKLLX Amsterdam (AMS) to Dulles flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 20h 20m AFAICX ACAFKL Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Dulles flights
DOH Doha 20h 40m 6EAIQR ASB6MH Doha (DOH) to Dulles flights
FCO Rome 21h 5m AIAZLH ACAZET Rome (FCO) to Dulles flights
RUH Riyadh 21h 5m 6EAISV SV Riyadh (RUH) to Dulles flights
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New Delhi to Dulles
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-9.5h behind

While no nonstop service exists between DEL and IAD, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DEL to IAD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~18h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,059
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 → IAD
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
74%
Return
IAD → DEL
15%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
15%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. IAD delays →

Other ways to reach Dulles from New Delhi

Nearby airports with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.
Metric DEL→IAD DED→IAD
Distance from DEL 130 mi
Nonstop airlines 2
Weekly flights
Airports within 200 miles of DEL with service to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 8.5:00 AM in Dulles.
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 IAD

Silver Line Metro runs from Washington Dulles Airport station to Metro Center in about 65 minutes (~$7). The route bypasses I-66 and I-495 congestion entirely. Washington Flyer coach also runs to Wiehle-Reston East station ($6, 15 min) for Metro connection.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown DC cost $55–80 and take 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental facilities are on-site. Dulles is 27 miles west of the Capitol; it is farther than either DCA or BWI from central DC.

Dulles Climate

Humid continental climate. Summers are hot and muggy (30–36°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Winters bring cold temperatures (−3 to 5°C) with snow and ice. The Virginia suburbs accumulate more snow than downtown DC, and ice storms are the primary disruption risk.

Dulles sits at higher elevation in Virginia's piedmont and sees more winter precipitation than DCA. Spring and fall are variable. Snowfall is possible into April. Thunderstorms begin from April through May.

DEL–IAD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New Delhi to Dulles route.
Route details
Time difference-9.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DEL
IATA / ICAODEL / VIDP
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr77.8M
Elevation777 ft / 237 m
Destination: IAD
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DEL to IAD flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Dubai, Newark Liberty and Frankfurt Main.
Dulles is 9.5 hours behind New Delhi.
Nearby alternatives include DED. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Newark Liberty and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dehradun (Jauligrant) (DED).