Delhi, India · SYD to DEL
Sydney to Delhi flights
Air India flies non-stop from Sydney to Delhi. Non-stop with Air India: about 13 h gate to gate. We check every option live for your dates and tell you which one we'd book.
- Non-stopYes
- Typical journey13–13 h
- Distance10,440 km
- Main connectionsSIN · KUL · AUH
Ways to fly Sydney to Delhi
The routings we book most on this route. Journey times are typical totals including the connection.
Air India AI301 (SYD–DEL)Non-stop13 hDaily evening departure (787-8), rising to 11× weekly from 16 Dec 2026 with 777-300ER on some dates.
Singapore Airlines (SYD–SIN) + Singapore Airlines (SIN–DEL)SIN15–20 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 (SYD–KUL) + Malaysia Airlines (KUL–DEL)KUL16–21 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).
Etihad (SYD–AUH) + Etihad (AUH–DEL)AUH20–24 hEtihad goes double-daily from Sydney from 15 Dec 2026 (A350). One Etihad ticket; check the fare includes checked bags (Basic does not).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. NSW summer holidays run mid-December to late January.
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.
- Air India
Depends on the fare and route; we confirm the exact allowance on your ticket. Official baggage rules
- 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
- Etihad Airways
Depends on the fare; we confirm the allowance when we quote. Official baggage rules
Leaving from Sydney Airport (SYD), Kingsford Smith
International flights leave from T1; domestic T2/T3 are across the airfield (train or transfer bus), so allow 3 h+ when connecting from a domestic flight. Western Sydney International opens 25 Oct 2026 but its only Asia link at launch is Singapore Airlines (daily from 23 Nov 2026).
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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Sydney to Delhi: your questions
Is there a direct flight from Sydney to Delhi?
Yes. Air India non-stop service on this route. Schedules can be seasonal, so we confirm the days it operates for your dates.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Delhi?
With a good connection, Sydney to Delhi typically takes about 13 to 13 hours in total. Long layovers can add more, so we always show you the total journey time alongside the price.
Which airlines fly Sydney to Delhi?
The options we book most are Air India, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Etihad Airways. We check all of them live for your dates and recommend the one that fits your budget, baggage and timing.
When is the cheapest time to fly Sydney to Delhi?
February and May–June are usually the quieter months. December–January is the busiest and sells out first. Diwali (8 November 2026, 29 October 2027) and the April and July school holidays are busy.
Can my parents fly Delhi to Sydney on their own?
Yes, many do. We book one airline on one ticket where possible so bags go straight through, arrange wheelchair help if needed, 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, including bags and change conditions, and tell you honestly how it compares.