New Delhi to Ras Al Khaimah (DEL–RKT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DEL–RKT is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air India Express and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 1,316 miles in approximately 4h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IX Air India Express | 6 | 320 | 4h19 | – | – | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 4 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DEL: IST · RKT: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 4.5:00 PM in Ras Al Khaimah.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter the UAE. The most common option is a 30-day tourist visa, available through airlines (Emirates and Air India offer visa services at booking), travel agencies, or UAE-based sponsors via the ICA or GDRFA portals. A 30-day single-entry visa costs AED 300 to AED 350 (about $82 to $95) plus service fees that vary by provider. Processing takes 3 to 5 working days. A 14-day transit visa through Emirates costs around AED 100 ($27) if you have an Emirates ticket. There is no visa on arrival for Indian nationals.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. Required documents include a passport copy, passport-sized photo with white background, confirmed return ticket, and proof of accommodation. Some providers also ask for bank statements showing a minimum balance (typically INR 50,000 to INR 100,000). The visa is sent electronically and linked to your passport number. Print a copy for the airline check-in counter.
Direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and several other Indian cities serve Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with flight times of 3 to 4 hours. Emirates, Air India, IndiGo, and flydubai run heavy frequency on these routes. The UAE dirham (AED) is pegged to the US dollar at 3.6725 AED per $1. No vaccination requirements for Indian arrivals. ATMs and currency exchanges are abundant at all UAE airports. Metro and bus systems in Dubai accept the Nol card, available at stations for AED 25 including AED 19 credit.
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.
DEL–RKT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEL to RKT
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo and Air India Express. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DEL to RKT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEL to RKT ranges from 4 hours 19 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,316 miles (2,117 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.