Delhi to Indore flight guide — IndiGo, Air India & Air India Express non-stops in ~1h 30m, fares, DEL and Indore (IDR) airport details and tips.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Indore non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 35m non-stop, operated by IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Air India Express (IX), Around 8 non-stop departures a day, spread from early morning (first around 04:55) to evening (last around 19:40), so you can pick a slot to suit a day trip or an overnight stay.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–IDR fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed July 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · how we collect fares · editorial policy · fact-checking · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Delhi to Indore is a comfortable non-stop sector served by three carriers in 2026: IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI) and Air India Express (IX). IndiGo runs the most departures (roughly five a day), Air India adds a couple, and Air India Express the budget arm of the Air India group flies the route as well.
Between them you get around eight non-stop flights daily, which is generous for a tier-2 city pair. Because all three are non-stop, there is no real reason to take a connecting itinerary unless a fare is unusually cheap.
The aerial distance is about 660 km and a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes gate-to-gate. Actual airborne time is often closer to 1h 20m; the rest is taxi and queueing, which can be longer at busy Delhi.
IndiGo and Air India fly the Airbus A320neo/A321neo family on this sector, while Air India Express uses the Boeing 737 MAX 8. All are single-aisle jets suited to a short domestic hop.
Indore sees steady business traffic plus festival and wedding-season demand, so fares move with the calendar. As a rough guide:
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Apr–Jun (summer) | Moderate | Off-peak weekday fares are usually the softest of the year |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Low–Moderate | Quieter; good value if you can travel midweek |
| Oct–Nov (festive/wedding) | High | Diwali and the wedding rush push prices up — book early |
| Dec–Jan | High | Holiday travel keeps fares firm |
Booking two to four weeks ahead generally lands a sensible fare; last-minute walk-up prices on a route this short can be steep.
A few honest levers actually move the price on this sector:
FlightGPT compares live prices across carriers so you can see which of the eight daily flights is cheapest for your date.
The first flight leaves Delhi around 04:55 and the last around 19:40, giving you a wide choice. An early-morning departure gets you into Indore before lunch, ideal for a same-day business meeting. Afternoon and evening flights suit travellers who want a full day in Delhi first.
In winter, prefer a later-morning slot — Delhi fog (see the weather note below) most often disrupts the very first departures.
Business travellers: the early-morning IndiGo or Air India flight lands in time for a morning meeting, and an evening return makes a day trip feasible. Air India's fare typically includes a check-in bag and seat selection.
Families: a mid-morning departure avoids the pre-dawn scramble with children. Air India and IndiGo both allow you to pre-book seats together for a fee.
Students and budget flyers: Air India Express and IndiGo's cabin-only fares are the cheapest. Pack within the hand-baggage limit and book a few weeks out.
Delhi (DEL): Indira Gandhi International. In 2026 IndiGo and the low-cost carriers operate from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2, while Air India and Air India Express use Terminal 3. Terminals are far apart, so always check your terminal on the ticket before leaving home.
Indore (IDR): Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport has a single compact terminal handling all flights. It is about 8 km from the city centre and easy to navigate.
In Delhi, the Airport Express Metro links New Delhi station to T3 in around 20 minutes; for T1/T2 use the metro plus a shuttle, or an app cab. Allow extra time during peak hours — Delhi traffic is unpredictable.
At Indore, app-based cabs and prepaid taxis are readily available outside the terminal; the city centre and Rajwada are a 20–30 minute drive. Autorickshaws also serve the airport.
For domestic economy, the standard checked allowance is 15 kg on IndiGo and Air India Express; Air India typically allows 25 kg on most domestic fares. Cabin baggage is generally one piece up to 7 kg plus a small personal item. Allowances vary by fare type, so confirm at booking. See the IndiGo baggage page for the current rules and excess-bag charges.
The best months to visit Indore are October to March, when the weather is pleasant. Summers (April–June) are hot, and the monsoon (July–September) brings rain but lush surroundings.
If you travel in December or January, build in a buffer: dense fog at Delhi regularly delays or diverts early-morning flights. Keep the airline app notifications on for live status, and don't book a tight onward connection from Indore in peak winter.
On a route with eight daily non-stops, the cheapest seat is usually on the flight at an awkward hour. Use FlightGPT to scan every carrier and time slot at once, then trade an hour of convenience for a meaningfully lower fare — or pay the small premium for the slot that fits your day. Either way you see the real options side by side.
Yes. IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express together operate around eight non-stop flights a day, with a typical flight time of about 1 hour 35 minutes.
A non-stop flight takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes gate-to-gate. The actual time in the air is often closer to 1h 20m.
IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI) and Air India Express (IX) fly the route non-stop in 2026.
IndiGo and the low-cost carriers use Terminal 1 or Terminal 2; Air India and Air India Express use Terminal 3. Always confirm the terminal printed on your ticket.
Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport is about 8 km from the city centre, a 20–30 minute drive depending on traffic.
Domestic economy usually allows 15 kg checked on IndiGo and Air India Express, and around 25 kg on Air India, plus 7 kg cabin baggage. Check your fare type at booking.
Yes. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on all three carriers via their app or website, and is the quickest way to get a boarding pass and choose a seat.
Possibly. Delhi sees dense fog in December and January that can delay or divert early-morning flights. Choose a later-morning slot in peak winter and keep an eye on live status.
Heavy monsoon rain (July–September) can cause occasional delays at either end, but the route operates year-round. Build in a buffer if you have an onward connection.
Under DGCA rules, if an airline cancels and doesn't give adequate prior notice or an alternative, you are entitled to a full refund, and compensation may apply depending on the circumstances. Ask the airline for the refund or rebooking.
Air India allows pets in the cabin or hold subject to conditions and advance booking; IndiGo and Air India Express generally do not carry pets in the cabin. Always check the airline's live pet policy before booking.
Yes. Infants under two travel on a parent's lap at a reduced fare; carry the child's age proof. Each adult can usually carry one infant.
Prices are often similar. Booking directly with the airline can simplify changes and refunds, while a comparison tool like FlightGPT helps you spot the lowest fare across all carriers first.
Arrive at least 2 hours before a domestic departure. Delhi is large and security queues can be long, especially at Terminal 3.
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What you pay on the Delhi–Indore route hinges on timing: book roughly 3–8 weeks ahead, stay flexible on the day of week, and you usually land the better fare. Search Delhi to Indore live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Air India Express (IX).
Last-minute Delhi to Indore fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Delhi Indore prices across IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Air India Express (IX) — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Indore non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Indore flight time is ≈ 1h 35m non-stop. 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 Indore ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Delhi–Indore fares to vary by cabin, baggage and how the fare is bundled. A bare low-cost fare can end up dearer than a full-service IndiGo (6E) ticket once you add a bag and a seat. FlightGPT shows the all-in price for each option, so you're comparing like for like rather than misleading lead-in fares.