Delhi to Prayagraj flight guide — airlines, fares, baggage, terminals and travel tips for the Sangam city.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Prayagraj non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 20m, operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 3–5 departures daily. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–IXD 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 is the dominant carrier on the Delhi–Prayagraj route, typically operating two to three daily frequencies with its A320 or ATR 72 fleet, depending on demand seasons like Magh Mela and Kumbh. Air India also serves this sector on select days, especially during peak pilgrimage and exam seasons when student traffic from Allahabad University spikes. SpiceJet has operated on this route intermittently. Fares on IndiGo (as of June 2026) start from roughly ₹2,500–₹4,500 one-way in economy when booked three to six weeks in advance; last-minute tickets can climb above ₹7,000.
The cheapest fares on DEL–IXD appear roughly four to eight weeks before travel, particularly outside the Kumbh Mela cycle, Allahabad University exam season (April–May), and Diwali–Chhath windows. January can be expensive due to Magh Mela crowds. Mid-week departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) are typically 10–15% cheaper than weekend flights. Setting a fare alert on FlightGPT or booking on a Tuesday morning often yields the sharpest prices. Last-minute deals occasionally appear within 72 hours if seats go unsold, though this is rarer on a short domestic sector where trains offer strong competition.
The flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Prayagraj's Bamrauli Airport (IXD) is short enough that cruising altitude is reached just before the descent begins. There are no intermediate stops. The aircraft typically crosses over western Uttar Pradesh, passing near Agra and Kanpur before landing at Bamrauli. The airport is a civil enclave within an Indian Air Force base, so passengers should carry valid government photo ID at all times and follow security protocols that include identity checks at multiple points. The runway can occasionally handle narrow-body jets but is best suited to turboprops on some schedules.
On IndiGo, economy fares (as of June 2026) typically come in three buckets: Saver (hand baggage only, 7 kg), Regular (15 kg check-in included) and Flexi (additional flexibility and priority boarding). Air India economy includes 15 kg check-in baggage and 7 kg cabin bag as standard. Excess baggage rates run approximately ₹400–₹600 per kg on domestic routes. Passengers carrying oversized pilgrim items or deity idols (common on this route) should check airline policies; fragile items wrapped appropriately are usually allowed as cabin bags if they fit the size limit.
Delhi flights depart from Terminal 1 for most IndiGo and other LCC services, and from Terminal 3 for Air India. Both terminals are served by the Delhi Airport Metro Express from New Delhi station, with the journey taking about 20 minutes. At Prayagraj, Bamrauli Airport (IXD) is located roughly 12 km from Prayagraj Junction railway station and about 14 km from the Sangam ghat area. Auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs (Ola/Uber) operate from the airport. The terminal is small and one-story, so expect a quick exit once baggage is collected.
This is a domestic Indian route — no visa or passport is required. A valid government-issued photo ID is mandatory at security and boarding: Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card, passport or driving licence all qualify. DigiYatra (facial-recognition boarding) is available at Delhi T1 and T3 for registered passengers and can speed up the process considerably. Carry a printed or digital copy of your e-ticket or PNR. For pilgrims visiting the Sangam, note that during Kumbh Mela the city enforces entry controls, but air travellers are not subject to special documentation beyond the standard ID.
Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) is most famous for the Triveni Sangam — the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati — and for hosting the Kumbh Mela, the world's largest human gathering. The Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhavan (birthplace of the Nehru family), and Khusro Bagh are top historical sights. The best time to visit for pleasant weather is October to March. Summer (April–June) is extremely hot and dry. The city is also an important educational hub, home to Allahabad University and several IIT-affiliated institutions, making it a steady travel destination year-round.
The non-stop flight takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes, covering about 635 km. Actual block time can vary slightly by aircraft type — ATR 72 turboprops may take 5–10 minutes longer than A320 jets.
IndiGo operates the most frequencies — typically 2–3 daily departures. Air India flies on select days. SpiceJet has operated on this route intermittently; check current schedules before booking.
Economy fares (as of June 2026) start around ₹2,500 when booked 4–8 weeks out and can exceed ₹7,000 during peak Kumbh Mela or exam-season periods. Round-trip advance fares average ₹5,000–₹8,000.
Prayagraj Airport is coded IXD, officially known as Bamrauli Airport. It is a civil enclave within an Indian Air Force station, approximately 12 km from Prayagraj Junction.
July–September (monsoon) and mid-February to mid-March (post Magh Mela, pre-exam season) tend to offer the lowest fares — sometimes as low as ₹1,800–₹2,500 one-way on IndiGo.
No passport is needed — this is a domestic route. Any valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, voter ID, PAN or driving licence) is accepted at security and boarding.
There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Delhi to Prayagraj — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Delhi–Prayagraj prices across IndiGo, Air India; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Delhi to Prayagraj at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Air India can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available DEL–IXD fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Prayagraj non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Prayagraj flight time is ≈ 1h 20m. 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 Prayagraj ticket but are open to a layover.
Delhi–Prayagraj pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Delhi Prayagraj fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.