Delhi, India · MEL to DEL
Melbourne to Delhi flights
Air India; Qantas (seasonal) flies non-stop from Melbourne to Delhi. Non-stop with Air India; Qantas (seasonal): about 12.5–13 h gate to gate. We check every option live for your dates and tell you which one we'd book.
- Non-stopYes
- Typical journey12.5–13 h
- Distance10,190 km
- Main connectionsSIN · KUL · CMB
Ways to fly Melbourne to Delhi
The routings we book most on this route. Journey times are typical totals including the connection.
Air India (MEL–DEL)Non-stop12.5–13 h11× weekly from 27 Oct 2026 (777-300ER and 787-8). Overnight departures suit families who sleep on board.
Qantas QF69 (MEL–DEL)Non-stop13 hMon/Thu/Sat 09:20 → 16:45, 26 Oct 2026–27 Mar 2027 (A330, no premium economy).
Singapore Airlines (MEL–SIN) + Singapore Airlines (SIN–DEL)SIN15–19 hOne Singapore Airlines ticket, bags checked through; Changi is easy with kids and no visa is needed to stay airside. Singapore Airlines High Achievement Award winner (FY2017/18 and FY2018/19).
Malaysia Airlines (MEL–KUL) + Malaysia Airlines (KUL–DEL)KUL15–20 hOne Malaysia Airlines ticket, bags checked through; a calm, compact transfer at KLIA Terminal 1. Batik Air also flies MEL–KUL–DEL (hybrid, bags included on most fares). We're Malaysia Airlines' Top Achieving Agent in South Australia (2022/23 and 2025).Journey times are estimates: flight times plus a typical connection. Last checked 19 October 2026. Schedules change, and we confirm the exact flights for your dates when we quote.
Busy and quiet months for Delhi
- JanPeak
- FebQuieter
- MarBusy
- AprBusy
- MayQuieter
- JunQuieter
- JulBusy
- AugQuieter
- SepQuieter
- OctBusy
- NovBusy
- DecPeak
December–January is peak: summer holidays in Australia and the wedding season in north India. Diwali (8 November 2026, 29 October 2027) and the April and July school holidays are busy. February, May–June and August–September are usually quieter. Victorian summer holidays run mid-December to late January.
Baggage on this route
Allowances depend on the airline and the fare you choose. Low-cost carriers only include the bags you pay for, which matters for wedding trips and gifts.
- Air India
Depends on the fare and route; we confirm the exact allowance on your ticket. Official baggage rules
- Qantas
Generally 30 kg in economy on international routes outside the Americas, with no single bag over 32 kg. Official baggage rules
- Singapore Airlines
Weight-based. Economy Lite and Value include 25 kg; Standard and Flexi include 30 kg. Official baggage rules
- Malaysia Airlines
Depends on the fare: the cheapest Lite fares have no checked bag; other economy fares include roughly 20–35 kg. Official baggage rules
- SriLankan AirlinesSriLankan Airlines
Depends on the fare; we confirm the allowance when we quote. Official baggage rules
Leaving from Melbourne Airport (MEL), Tullamarine
All international flights use Terminal 2; Qantas domestic (T1), Virgin (T3) and Jetstar (T4) are a short walk away. Air India's overnight departure means arriving at the airport around 6–9 pm — eat before you go.
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (DEL)
- All international flights (any airline) use Terminal 3. Domestic flights may leave from T1, T2 or T3 depending on airline and flight number — check the boarding pass; free shuttle buses link terminals.
- On one ticket you still clear immigration and customs at T3 and re-check bags before a domestic connection; allow at least 3 h.
- Airport Express metro runs from T3 to New Delhi station for trains north to Punjab, Haryana and Himachal.
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Melbourne to Delhi: your questions
Is there a direct flight from Melbourne to Delhi?
Yes. Air India; Qantas (seasonal) non-stop service on this route. Schedules can be seasonal, so we confirm the days it operates for your dates.
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Delhi?
With a good connection, Melbourne to Delhi typically takes about 12.5 to 13 hours in total. Long layovers can add more, so we always show you the total journey time alongside the price.
Which airlines fly Melbourne to Delhi?
The options we book most are Air India, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and SriLankan Airlines. We check all of them live for your dates and recommend the one that fits your budget, baggage and timing.
When is the cheapest time to fly Melbourne to Delhi?
February and May–June are usually the quieter months. December–January is the busiest and sells out first. Diwali (8 November 2026, 29 October 2027) and the April and July school holidays are busy.
Can my parents fly Delhi to Melbourne on their own?
Yes, many do. We book one airline on one ticket where possible so bags go straight through, arrange wheelchair help if needed, and keep you updated on WhatsApp.
Do you match a cheaper fare I found online?
Send us the screenshot. We check it against what we can book, including bags and change conditions, and tell you honestly how it compares.