Delhi, India · ADL to DEL
Adelaide to Delhi flights
There's no direct flight from Adelaide to Delhi, so every trip has at least one stop. Usually the quickest option is Singapore Airlines (ADL–SIN–DEL), about 14–19 h including the connection. We check every option live for your dates and tell you which one we'd book.
- Non-stopNo
- Typical journey14–19 h
- Distance9,560 km
- Main connectionsSIN · KUL · DXB
Ways to fly Adelaide to Delhi
The routings we book most on this route. Journey times are typical totals including the connection.
Singapore Airlines (ADL–SIN) + Singapore Airlines (SIN–DEL)SIN14–19 hOne Singapore Airlines ticket, bags checked through; Changi is easy with kids and no visa is needed to stay airside. Singapore Airlines High Achievement Award winner (FY2017/18 and FY2018/19).
Malaysia Airlines (ADL–KUL) + Malaysia Airlines (KUL–DEL)KUL15–20 hOne Malaysia Airlines ticket, bags checked through; a calm, compact transfer at KLIA Terminal 1. We're Malaysia Airlines' Top Achieving Agent in South Australia (2022/23 and 2025).
Emirates (ADL–DXB) + Emirates (DXB–DEL)DXB19–23 hOne Emirates ticket; longer total trip but generous fare-based bag allowance and plenty of daily choice.
Qatar Airways (ADL–DOH) + Qatar Airways (DOH–DEL)DOH20–24 hOne Qatar Airways ticket; long first leg, then a short hop — good for families wanting a full-service carrier throughout.
Qantas/Virgin/Jetstar (ADL–MEL) + Air India (MEL–DEL)MEL16–20 hDomestic to Melbourne, then Air India (11× weekly from 27 Oct 2026) or Qantas QF69 (Mon/Thu/Sat, 26 Oct 2026–27 Mar 2027) non-stop. Separate domestic flight unless booked through; allow 3 h+ at the gateway. Worth it when the non-stop fare is good.Journey times are estimates: flight times plus a typical connection. Last checked 19 October 2026. Schedules change, and we confirm the exact flights for your dates when we quote.
Busy and quiet months for Delhi
- JanPeak
- FebQuieter
- MarBusy
- AprBusy
- MayQuieter
- JunQuieter
- JulBusy
- AugQuieter
- SepQuieter
- OctBusy
- NovBusy
- DecPeak
December–January is peak: summer holidays in Australia and the wedding season in north India. Diwali (8 November 2026, 29 October 2027) and the April and July school holidays are busy. February, May–June and August–September are usually quieter. SA school holidays run 12 Dec 2026 – 27 Jan 2027.
Baggage on this route
Allowances depend on the airline and the fare you choose. Low-cost carriers only include the bags you pay for, which matters for wedding trips and gifts.
- Singapore Airlines
Weight-based. Economy Lite and Value include 25 kg; Standard and Flexi include 30 kg. Official baggage rules
- Malaysia Airlines
Depends on the fare: the cheapest Lite fares have no checked bag; other economy fares include roughly 20–35 kg. Official baggage rules
- Emirates
Weight-based by fare, 20–35 kg in economy; Saver fares starting in Australia include 30 kg. Official baggage rules
- Qatar Airways
Weight-based by fare, from about 20 kg on the cheapest fares up to 35 kg. Official baggage rules
- Qantas
Generally 30 kg in economy on international routes outside the Americas, with no single bag over 32 kg. Official baggage rules
- Virgin Australia
Depends on the fare; most international fares include a checked bag. Official baggage rules
- Jetstar
Low-cost: checked bags only if you buy them or choose a bundle. Official baggage rules
- Air India
Depends on the fare and route; we confirm the exact allowance on your ticket. Official baggage rules
Leaving from Adelaide Airport (ADL)
Domestic and international flights share one terminal at Adelaide, so families positioning to Melbourne or Sydney for a non-stop start in the same building — but book the domestic leg on the same ticket (or allow 3 h+) because the gateway transfer is the risky part.
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL)
- All international flights (any airline) use Terminal 3. Domestic flights may leave from T1, T2 or T3 depending on airline and flight number — check the boarding pass; free shuttle buses link terminals.
- On one ticket you still clear immigration and customs at T3 and re-check bags before a domestic connection; allow at least 3 h.
- Airport Express metro runs from T3 to New Delhi station for trains north to Punjab, Haryana and Himachal.
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Adelaide to Delhi: your questions
Is there a direct flight from Adelaide to Delhi?
Not yet. No airline flies non-stop from Adelaide to Delhi. Adelaide Airport has named Delhi as a target route, but no airline has committed. The quickest options connect once, usually in Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai or Doha.
How long is the flight from Adelaide to Delhi?
With one well-timed connection, Adelaide to Delhi typically takes about 14 to 19 hours in total. Longer layovers can stretch this past 20 hours, so we always show you the total journey time, not only the price.
Which airlines fly Adelaide to Delhi?
From Adelaide you can connect on Singapore Airlines via Singapore, Malaysia Airlines via Kuala Lumpur, Emirates via Dubai, Qatar Airways via Doha or Cathay Pacific via Hong Kong. Some travellers also fly domestic to Melbourne or Sydney for Air India's or Qantas' non-stop flights to Delhi.
Is it worth flying via Melbourne or Sydney for a non-stop to Delhi?
Sometimes. Air India flies non-stop to Delhi from Melbourne and Sydney, and Qantas flies Melbourne to Delhi in the summer season. If the fares line up it can be the shortest total trip, but it adds a domestic flight, so we compare it with the one-stop options for your dates.
Which arrival terminal is used at Delhi?
Most international flights arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 3. If you're connecting to a domestic flight on a separate ticket, allow plenty of time and check which terminal the domestic airline uses.
When is the cheapest time to fly Adelaide to Delhi?
February and May–June are usually the quietest months. December–January is the most expensive and sells out first, especially around Christmas and the wedding season. We quote live fares for your exact dates.
Can my elderly parents fly Adelaide to Delhi alone?
Yes, many do. We recommend one airline on one ticket so bags are checked through. We can also arrange wheelchair help at Adelaide, the transit airport and Delhi, and keep you updated on WhatsApp.
Do you match a cheaper fare I found online?
Send us the screenshot. We check it against what we can book for you, including bags and change conditions, and tell you honestly how it compares.