Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
A direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport takes an average of 15 hours 44 minutes. The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which makes it 12 hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
Every week, there are 21 flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, pick the 02:55 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from DEL to SFO is 22:00 with Air India.
Peak months like July or holiday periods such as summer and spring break will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Air India runs direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DEL and SFO are:
Vancouver International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from DEL to SFO, check whether you need a visa to enter United States. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is $784. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,292. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure flight tickets from DEL to SFO.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from DEL to SFO. There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The journey from central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport takes approximately 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 24 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near DEL:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel close to SFO if you have a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of San Francisco. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It takes around 47 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12 ºC to 22 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6 ºC and 16 ºC. Look for flight tickets from DEL to SFO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
After locking in your flights from DEL to SFO, you'll want to find a hotel in San Francisco. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect San Francisco stay.