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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to New Delhi:

• Earliest: departs at 20:35 and lands at 09:36
• Latest: departs at 21:35 and lands at 10:36.

The flight takes about 13h 01m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to New Delhi:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A direct flight from Sydney to New Delhi takes 13h 01m, covering 16,781 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Sydney to New Delhi range from $1,054 to $1,593, with an average of $1,273 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,054 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of $1,273. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,007 return via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared with $1,316 for direct.

Air India is the only airline operating Sydney to New Delhi flights. 75% of its flights are on time.

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Sydney to New Delhi flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Sydney to New Delhi are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $534, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

Flights from Sydney to New Delhi usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to New Delhi route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 1 minute.

One-stop flights from Sydney to New Delhi most commonly connect through:

• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 28% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) – 12% of one-stop connections

Singapore Changi (SIN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

On the Sydney to New Delhi route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 8%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,224 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,325 – a $101 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

Only Air India operates flights between Sydney and New Delhi.

Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 23m, compared to 16h 45m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 17h 04m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

New Delhi is 4 hours behind Sydney (India Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in New Delhi are Lajpat Nagar Central Market, Karol Bagh, and GK – M Block Market. These are among the most viewed places in New Delhi on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Sydney to New Delhi flights:

• Air India: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Air India: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

If you have a disability and need special assistance, please contact your airline before travel. On arrival at New Delhi Airport, you’ll find that all information desks are PRM-friendly, there are verbal safety instructions at all escalators and travelators, the lift keys are coded with braille, and the bathrooms have PRM stalls with assistance buttons.

At Terminal 1 at Sydney Airport in the departures area, there are two banks and a currency exchange where you can purchase foreign currency. There are also numerous ATMs dotted around the terminal, as well as a multi-currency ATM.

Yes, there are. If you need a quiet place to practise your religion, there is a prayer room in the International Terminal T1 of Sydney Airport. It's located on Level 3 between the Xiamen Airways counter and the Airport Services Centre and Lost Property.

To avoid public transport after your flight from Sydney to New Delhi, you can hire a taxi at the taxi rank outside of the arrivals area. A taxi from New Delhi Airport to New Delhi’s commercial area, Connaught Place, will cost around Rs 400-950 ($8-20). The trip can take anywhere from 20-30 minutes, depending on the time of day.

If you need to make last-minute travel arrangements, catch up on some work before your flight or simply pass the time with your favourite streaming service, you can access unlimited free Wi-Fi in Terminals 1 and 2 of Sydney Airport. To keep your batteries full, there are also dedicated charging areas on both levels of the terminals.

To take a shower, relax, grab a snack or pass the time outside of the busy boarding area, Sydney Airport features several lounge areas that are available to travellers. Non-members/card carriers can access six out of the seven lounges, with entry fees starting at approximately $50, and membership options available for purchase onsite.

Buses have a very similar fare to the metro system, and they can be much more crowded. It can be difficult to find room for yourself and your luggage, especially if it’s your first time in New Delhi. Travel time can also be quite a bit longer due to the varying number of stops. Although there are bus connections to the centre, the metro is much more convenient.