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Washington D.C..$1,080 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,080, select.
Washington D.C..$1,083 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,083, select.
Washington D.C..$1,083 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,083, select.
Washington D.C..$1,083 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec, returning Tue, 6 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,083, select.
Washington D.C..$1,084 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,084, select.
Washington D.C..$1,090 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,090, select.
Washington D.C..$1,090 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov, returning Tue, 27 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,090, select.
Washington D.C..$1,090 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indira Gandhi International on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Indira Gandhi International .Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,090, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in September.
Sep
from $1,080
Oct
from $1,211
Nov
from $1,090
Dec
from $1,225
Jan
from $1,412
Feb
from $1,141
Mar
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Apr
from $1,341
May
from $1,423
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Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Indira Gandhi International to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

New Delhi to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,080
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles is $1,080. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,080.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Indira Gandhi International to Washington Dulles is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Friday, 12 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Indira Gandhi International Airport and Washington Dulles Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington Dulles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours 25 minutes.

  • Washington DC is nine hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi and follows the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Choose from seven weekly Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flights. The 01:30 departure with Air India is the earliest you can take. Air India operates the latest service of the day at 01:55.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your DEL to IAD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Air India has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air India.

  • Among carriers operating DEL to IAD flights, Air India has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between DEL and IAD:

    • Pearson International Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Newark Liberty International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Right now, $645 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,080. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from DEL to IAD by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DEL to IAD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.

Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

  • When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 67.17% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near DEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 3 hours 25 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in January.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from DEL to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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