Delhi to Srinagar Flights - Fares starting from ₹5,790

  • Flight Time~1h 20m direct
  • AirlinesIndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air

Delhi to Srinagar is one of India's busiest domestic routes, with non-stop flights connecting Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Srinagar (SXR) in around 1 hour 20 minutes. Multiple airlines operate several departures a day, making it one of the easiest ways to reach the Kashmir Valley from the capital. Srinagar sits on the banks of Dal Lake, known for its houseboats, Mughal gardens and the surrounding mountains of the valley. Flight schedules stay fairly steady year-round, though winter fog can occasionally affect morning departures.

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Airlines flying Delhi to Srinagar

IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa Air all operate non-stop Delhi to Srinagar flights, with several departures spread across the morning and afternoon most days of the week. This wide frequency makes it one of the more flexible domestic routes, giving travellers a reasonable choice of departure times when planning a Kashmir trip around specific work or holiday dates. Since demand for Delhi to Srinagar flights rises sharply during summer and around winter snowfall, comparing fares across airlines and travel dates rather than booking the first listed option generally works out better. Early morning flights tend to see less weather-related disruption than later departures, particularly in winter, when fog is more likely to delay flights out of Srinagar.

Delhi to Srinagar Flight Duration & Best Time to Fly

The average Delhi to Srinagar flight duration is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes on a non-stop service, making it one of the shortest big-city routes into Kashmir. Because Srinagar's airport sits close to the Pir Panjal range, flight schedules can shift during periods of low visibility or heavy snow, especially through December and January. Airlines generally build some buffer into winter timings, though it's worth checking your flight status on the morning of departure during this period. Srinagar is pleasant through spring and summer, roughly April to October, when Dal Lake and the surrounding Mughal gardens are at their most photogenic, while winter draws visitors chasing snowfall in Gulmarg. Because fares and seats tighten up around these peak windows, booking a few weeks ahead generally gives a wider choice of timing, particularly if you're travelling around a long weekend or a school holiday period.

Delhi to Srinagar Airport Tips

At Delhi, domestic departures for this route typically operate out of Terminal 1 or Terminal 3 depending on the airline, so it's worth confirming your terminal in advance, particularly during winter when security lines can move more slowly. Srinagar's airport also carries additional security screening given its location, so building in some extra time before your flight, both at Delhi and on the return leg, is a sensible precaution. On arrival in Srinagar, prepaid taxis and hotel transfers are readily available outside the terminal and most hotels in the city can arrange pickup if given advance notice. Winter travellers should keep a few layers handy even inside the airport, as heating can be inconsistent. Check your flight status the morning of departure during the coldest months, since fog can occasionally push back early slots.

Explore Kashmir Group Tour Packages

Srinagar is the gateway to the Kashmir Valley, known for Dal Lake's houseboats and shikara rides, the Mughal gardens of Nishat and Shalimar and the hill towns of Gulmarg and Pahalgam within a few hours' drive. Veena World's Kashmir tour packages bring together accommodation, meals, sightseeing, local transfers and the services of an experienced tour manager, depending on the selected package, covering Srinagar along with Gulmarg and Pahalgam in a single planned itinerary. Guests opting for a Joining & Leaving tour can book their Delhi to Srinagar flights separately based on the tour's reporting and departure timings.

Your Questions About Booking Flights, Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Akasa Air all operate non-stop Delhi to Srinagar flights, with multiple departures available most days of the week.
The non-stop Delhi to Srinagar flight duration is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes, though actual timing can vary slightly with weather and air traffic.
Fog and snow can occasionally delay flights during December and January, so it's worth checking your flight status on the morning of departure during these months.
April to October offers pleasant weather for sightseeing around Dal Lake and Gulmarg, while winter draws visitors chasing snowfall, particularly between December and February.
Booking a few weeks ahead is advisable, especially around long weekends, school holidays and the winter snowfall season, when demand and fares both tend to rise.
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