Vancouver to New Delhi (YVR–DEL) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YVR–DEL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air India leads the route. The flight covers 6,922 miles in approximately 16h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India | 7 | 77W | 16h | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach New Delhi from Vancouver
| Metric | YVR→DEL | PAE→DEL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from YVR | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 1 |
| Flight time | 16h | 0h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 75% | – |
Travel Essentials
YVR: PDT · DEL: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vancouver, it's 6.5:00 AM (next day) in New Delhi.
Canadian citizens require a visa for India. An eVisa can be obtained online for tourism, business, or medical purposes. Tourist eVisas are available for 30-day, 1-year, or 5-year validity with a maximum continuous stay of 180 days per visit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry and have at least two blank pages. Apply at least 5 days before travel.
The Canada Line SkyTrain connects Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver to the airport in 26 minutes for CAD $4.45 (Compass card, add-fare zone from zone 2). Trains run every 6–8 minutes from 05:00 to 01:00.Taxis to the airport from downtown cost CAD $35–45; Uber and Lyft operate from a designated ride-share zone at the Domestic and International terminals. Driving via Highway 99 South takes 20–35 minutes in normal traffic; budget more during evening rush on the Oak Street Bridge approach.
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.
YVR–DEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YVR to DEL
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) are connected by nonstop service from Air India. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YVR to DEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YVR to DEL is about 16 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,922 miles (11,139 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Zürich, Chengdu Tianfu and İstanbul. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Everett (PAE).