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Average price

R9 168
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight to India

When is the best time to book a flight to India?

The best time to book flights to India is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What are the most popular places to fly to in India?

The most popular places in India to fly to are Mumbai, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi and Chennai.

Reviews of airlines servicing India

Read through reviews of airlines serving India, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 731 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 533 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 042 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
327 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 664 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to India

What is good to know if travelling to India?

  • Diwali, Holi, Navaratri, Onam, and Eid ul Fitr are but five of the major and very colorful festivals that take place in India annually, so do your homework and try to have your travels coincide with at least one them to experience an authentic Indian festival!
  • History buffs that plan on visiting New Delhi should check out the range of museums to get behind India’s rich and intriguing past.
  • Mumbai has some of the most delicious street foods in the world, so while you’re sightseeing on foot, make sure you grab a tantalizing bite on the go!

  • Can I find cheaper flights to India if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to India on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to India?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ethiopian Air is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to India.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in India?

    New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in India. One-way flights to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl typically cost R673, while return flights cost around R1 056.

  • How much is a return flight to India?

    A return flight to India will typically cost around R9 513, however they can be found for as little as R9 232.

  • Where does the fastest flight to India depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to India, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl?

    Yes. New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Tela Suite A Family Hotel-Free Airport Drop is the closest property to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (0,0 km away from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl).

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