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Quick answer: Delhi to Pune non-stop flights take about ≈ 2h–2h 15m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, SpiceJet, Roughly 18–26 non-stop departures a day across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet — one of the busier metro-to-metro pairs, so you have wide choice of timings.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–PNQ fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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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 |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
| SpiceJet | 7 kg | 15 kg | Budget fares |
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–Pune is a high-frequency metro pair with strong business and leisure demand, so non-stops are plentiful. The carriers you will see are IndiGo (the largest operator), Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet. Between them they cover early morning to late night.
Note: Go First and Jet Airways have ceased operations, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so disregard older schedules that list them. With this many flights, fares are competitive — always compare carriers for your date.
The distance is about 1,175 km and a non-stop takes roughly 2h to 2h 15m gate to gate. Northbound (Pune to Delhi) can occasionally be a touch slower into Delhi's busy airspace.
With so many non-stops, there is little reason to take a one-stop itinerary unless it is materially cheaper — connections via Mumbai or Ahmedabad exist but add an hour or more. For this trunk route, book direct.
This is a year-round business route, so weekday mornings and Friday evenings carry premiums. Booking two to three weeks ahead is usually comfortable; book earlier around Diwali, Christmas–New Year and the summer holidays.
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Mar (peak + festivals) | High | Best weather; Diwali and year-end spikes |
| Apr–Jun (summer holidays) | Moderate–High | Family travel pushes fares up on key dates |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Often the best value; some weather delays |
| Weekday mid-week | Lower than Mon/Fri | Cheaper than peak business days |
We do not quote fixed rupee fares — prices move constantly, so check the live price for your travel date.
You have plenty of choice on this route:
Business travellers: a 6–8 am departure out of Delhi gets you to Pune for the working day. Frequencies are high, so a missed flight usually has a same-day fix. Carry hand baggage only to clear Pune quickly.
Families: midday flights are calmer and often cheaper; request bassinet or bulkhead seats for infants in advance. Pune's single terminal is easy to navigate with children.
Students and budget travellers: mid-week, hand-baggage-only fares booked two to three weeks out give the best value. With five carriers competing, patient comparison pays off.
Delhi (DEL): IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet operate from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 depending on the flight, while Air India uses Terminal 3 (T3); Air India Express domestic uses T1. Always check your boarding pass — Delhi assigns terminals by flight, not just by airline.
Pune (PNQ): Pune International (Lohegaon) operates from a single integrated terminal, expanded in 2022, handling all domestic and limited international traffic. Check-in, security and boarding are all under one roof, which keeps it simple. Note the airport is shared with the Air Force and has restricted operating hours overnight.
At Delhi: the Delhi Metro (Airport Express to T3; other lines reach T1) and app cabs serve all terminals. From central Delhi, allow 45–75 minutes by road depending on traffic and which terminal you need.
At Pune: the airport at Lohegaon is about 7–10 km from the city centre and roughly 12–15 km from Hinjawadi's IT parks. App cabs, pre-paid taxis and autos are available; traffic to the western suburbs can be heavy, so leave extra time during peak hours.
For current cabin and check-in limits, see IndiGo baggage. As a general guide on this route: about 7 kg cabin baggage on most carriers, with free check-in allowance depending on your fare. The cheapest IndiGo, Akasa and Air India Express fares may be hand-baggage-only with paid check-in bags, so confirm what is included before paying. Weigh bags at home to avoid excess charges at the airport.
Delhi–Pune is competitive enough that fares swing widely between the five carriers on any given day. Rather than defaulting to IndiGo out of habit, use FlightGPT to compare all of them at once and set a price alert — for non-urgent trips, a couple of days' flexibility around Diwali or the summer holidays can cut the fare noticeably. If you are heading to Hinjawadi, factor the long drive across Pune into your arrival time before picking a late-evening flight.
A non-stop takes roughly 2h to 2h 15m for the ≈1,175 km sector, varying with winds and arrival traffic.
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet all operate non-stops. Go First and Jet Airways have shut down, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore older listings.
Around 18–26 non-stop departures daily, making this one of the busier metro pairs. Check the live schedule for your exact date.
At Delhi, IndiGo, Akasa and SpiceJet use T1 or T2 depending on the flight and Air India uses T3; confirm on your boarding pass. Pune uses its single integrated terminal.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, an airline cancellation entitles you to a full refund or a free alternative flight, with possible compensation if no suitable alternative is offered in time. Refunds go to the original payment method.
Typically about 7 kg cabin baggage, with check-in allowance set by your fare. The cheapest fares can be hand-baggage-only. See IndiGo baggage for current limits and confirm bundle inclusions on Akasa and Air India Express.
Web check-in opens about 48 hours before departure on all major carriers and closes shortly before the flight. Doing it early gets you a faster airport experience.
Fog in December and January can delay or divert early Delhi departures. A later morning slot is often more reliable during peak fog season.
Heavy rain from June to September can cause occasional delays at Pune. Allow extra time and watch weather alerts during the monsoon.
Some carriers accept pets in the cabin or hold under strict conditions, while others do not. Contact the airline well ahead to confirm acceptance, documentation and carrier requirements.
Infants under two travel on a parent's lap for a nominal fare with a small baggage allowance. Carry age proof and request bassinet or bulkhead seating in advance where available.
It varies day to day. Airline sites may offer member fares and easier changes, while OTAs sometimes bundle discounts. FlightGPT compares both so you can choose the genuinely cheaper option.
No. Both cities follow Indian Standard Time (IST), so there is no time change.
Pune airport is shared with the Indian Air Force and observes restricted operating hours overnight, so there are no flights in the small hours. Plan late connections accordingly.
Roughly 12–15 km, but cross-city traffic can make the drive 45–75 minutes at peak times. Factor this in before booking a late-evening arrival.
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Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Pune non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Pune flight time is ≈ 2h–2h 15m 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 Pune ticket but are open to a layover.
Delhi to Pune ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Delhi Pune airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; next month's best deal might be a full-service IndiGo flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.