Lodhi Garden, New Delhi. taken by Anita Mishra, New Delhi — flights from Los Angeles to New Delhi
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Flights from Los Angeles to Delhi

Flying time from Los Angeles (LAX) to Delhi (DEL) is about 16h 36m (12,877 km). Lowest fare seen: $545 one-way, 1 stop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Los Angeles to Delhi

We have not confirmed which airlines fly LAX–DEL nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Los Angeles to Delhi fares by month

With stops: Mar 2027, from $526. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026—$595 · 1 stop27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026—$620 · 2 stops6 Nov 2026
Dec 2026—$584 · 1 stop27 Dec 2026
Jan 2027—$557 · 1 stop15 Jan 2027
Mar 2027—$526 · 1 stop18 Mar 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $526 in March 2027, against $595 for October 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Los Angeles to Delhi, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Delhi

Based on weather and travel conditions in India

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Delhi flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Delhi?
Los Angeles (LAX) and Delhi (DEL) are 12,877 km apart, about 16h 36m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect — the cheapest itinerary seen had 1 stop, which adds to the total journey time.
How far is Los Angeles from Delhi by air?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Indira Gandhi International Airport is 12,877 km (8,001 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Delhi cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–DEL was $545 USD with Virgin Atlantic (1 stop), departing 1 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Delhi?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in March 2027 were cheapest, from $526 one-way, against $620 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to India?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Delhi?
The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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