Delhi to Aurangabad flight guide — airlines, fares, baggage, Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport and Ajanta–Ellora tips.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Aurangabad non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h 10m, operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 2–4 flights daily (typically 1-stop via Mumbai or direct on IndiGo/Air India). This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–IXU fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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IndiGo operates the most consistent service on this route, running A320neo or ATR-72 aircraft depending on demand. Air India fields this sector on select days and occasionally offers the only direct connection when IndiGo opts for a 1-stop via Mumbai. SpiceJet has historically served Aurangabad but schedules shift seasonally, so always verify at booking. If no direct seat is available, a 1-stop via Mumbai (BOM) adds roughly 1h 30m and opens up Vistara and Air India Express options. Booking 3–5 weeks ahead on direct services typically yields the best combination of price and seat availability.
Fares on the Delhi–Aurangabad route (as of June 2026) range from roughly ₹3,500 on budget one-way fares booked 4–6 weeks out, up to ₹9,000–₹12,000 for last-minute or peak-season travel. The Oct–Feb tourist season around Ajanta and Ellora drives up load factors significantly, so lock in seats early if you're travelling in that window. Shoulder months — June through September — tend to offer softer fares, though Aurangabad can be humid during the monsoon. Mid-week departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) are almost always cheaper than weekend slots.
A non-stop flight covers the ≈ 1,175 km in roughly 2 hours and 10 minutes, making it comfortably within the range of ATR-72 turboprops and narrow-body jets. The flight path generally tracks south-southwest over Rajasthan and northern Maharashtra before descending into Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport (IXU). 1-stop routings via Mumbai add a transit time of 1–3 hours and stretch total travel time to 4–5 hours. The airport at Aurangabad sits about 10 km from the city centre, and cabs or auto-rickshaws are available outside the single terminal.
IndiGo's base "Saver" fares include 7 kg cabin baggage only; checked baggage starts at around ₹650 per 15 kg when pre-purchased online. Air India's economy class on this route typically bundles 15 kg check-in free. The reference date for these figures is June 2026 — buy add-ons at booking rather than at the airport, where fees run 30–50% higher. Neither airline currently allows free date changes on its lowest fare bucket, so travel insurance is recommended for flexible itineraries around heritage-site visits.
At Delhi, IndiGo departs from Terminal 1 while Air India uses Terminal 3; both terminals connect to the Delhi Metro Airport Express line, though T1 requires an additional shuttle. Aurangabad's Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport (IXU) is a compact single-terminal facility with no aerobridges on all bays — expect a short walk on the tarmac. Pre-paid taxi counters at IXU cover the city (≈ ₹250–₹350) and onward journeys to Ellora (≈ ₹700–₹900). Car-rental desks are available inside the terminal for full-day Ajanta–Ellora circuits.
This is a domestic Indian route — no passport or visa is required. A government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, or passport) is mandatory for boarding. The DigiYatra biometric boarding system is available at Delhi's T1 and T3; enrol via the DigiYatra app before arrival to skip manual ID checks at security. Children under 12 may use their school ID or birth certificate. NRI travellers on a foreign passport should carry it, though domestic boarding rules apply.
Aurangabad enjoys its most pleasant weather between October and March, when daytime temperatures sit in the comfortable 20–28 °C range — ideal for exploring the Ajanta and Ellora cave complexes, Bibi Ka Maqbara, and Daulatabad Fort. Summers (April–June) push temperatures above 40 °C, making outdoor site visits uncomfortable. The monsoon (July–September) brings lush green landscapes around the caves but some access roads can be slippery. Festival windows like Ellora Ajanta Arts Festival (typically February–March) attract large crowds, so book flights and hotels well in advance for those dates.
A direct flight takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes. A 1-stop routing via Mumbai adds 1–3 hours of transit time, bringing total journey time to around 4–5 hours.
IndiGo operates the most frequent direct service, typically 1–2 daily flights. Air India flies the route on select days. SpiceJet has operated the sector seasonally. All three also offer 1-stop connections via Mumbai.
As of June 2026, economy fares start around ₹3,500 one-way when booked 4–6 weeks ahead. Last-minute or peak-season (Oct–Feb) tickets can reach ₹10,000–₹12,000.
Aurangabad's Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Airport carries the IATA code IXU. It is located roughly 10 km east of the city centre.
Yes — IndiGo and Air India operate ≈ 1–2 non-stops a day of ≈ 1h 45m, though frequency shifts by season. Confirm at booking as schedules change.
June through September (monsoon months) typically offer the softest fares, often ₹3,500–₹5,500 one-way. October onwards sees fares rise as the heritage-tourism season peaks.
The cheapest Delhi to Aurangabad airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Delhi to Aurangabad ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Delhi-Aurangabad price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Aurangabad non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Aurangabad flight time is ≈ 2h 10m. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Delhi Aurangabad ticket but are open to a layover.
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