Find the cheapest Delhi to Srinagar flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily DEL-SXR schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Srinagar non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 30m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, ≈ 14-22 non-stops daily. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–SXR fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Looking for cheap flights from Delhi to Srinagar? FlightGPT compares live DEL to SXR fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Delhi to Srinagar non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Delhi-Srinagar fare is one search away.
| 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.
DEL-SXR is one of the busiest leisure sectors in north India, served non-stop by IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Air India Express (IX), SpiceJet (SG) and Akasa Air (QP). IndiGo runs the most rotations on A320-family aircraft; Akasa flies Boeing 737 MAX 8; Air India offers full-service economy with meals. Vistara has merged into Air India. Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate. All flights are daytime, as Srinagar does not run scheduled night operations.
The aerial distance is around 660 km and scheduled non-stop time is about 1h 30m, though airborne time is often nearer 1h 15m-1h 25m. The track runs northwest from Delhi across Punjab and over the Pir Panjal into the Kashmir Valley. The approach into Srinagar, ringed by mountains, can give superb Himalayan views on a clear day. Mountain weather makes the schedule daytime-only and occasionally subject to delay.
Srinagar fares are highly seasonal. Summer (Apr-Jun) and the autumn chinar season draw heavy tourist demand; the winter snow and Gulmarg ski season (Dec-Feb) and tulip-garden spring also spike fares. Book three to six weeks ahead for peaks. Monsoon months are the softest window.
| Period | Demand | Fare pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Summer (Apr-Jun) | Very high | Highest — book early |
| Autumn chinar (Oct-Nov) | High | Elevated |
| Winter ski (Dec-Feb) | High | Elevated around holidays |
| Monsoon (Jul-Sep) | Moderate | Often cheapest |
Compare several nearby dates — a midweek departure often beats weekend ones in peak season. Avoid last-minute booking in summer, when seats sell out and fares climb. Travel cabin-bag-only on LCCs to dodge baggage fees, and set a price alert for SXR. Buying directly from the airline avoids OTA convenience fees and simplifies any change driven by weather disruption, which is more common on this mountain route.
Early-to-mid-morning departures (roughly 06:00-10:00) are the most reliable, as Srinagar's mountain weather and visibility tend to be best before midday; they also leave a full day for the onward drive to Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg. Afternoon flights carry slightly higher delay risk on poor-weather days. There are no scheduled night flights, so plan to travel in daylight.
Families and leisure travellers should book a morning arrival to start sightseeing the same day and keep a buffer for possible weather delays. Business travellers get the densest timing choice on IndiGo and Air India. Students and budget flyers should target midweek and monsoon dates, travel light, and watch for fare drops. Carry warm layers year-round — valley mornings stay cool.
At Delhi (DEL), IndiGo, SpiceJet and Akasa generally use Terminal 1, while Air India and Air India Express use Terminal 3 — check your boarding pass, as IndiGo also runs some flights from other terminals. Srinagar's Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport (SXR) has a single terminal and is a security-sensitive airfield; arrive early, expect thorough checks (including identity verification) and follow photography restrictions.
In Delhi, the Airport Express Metro and app-cabs reach T3; T1 is on the Magenta Line — allow time for traffic. Srinagar airport is about 12-15 km from the city and Dal Lake; prepaid taxis are the norm, as app-cabs are limited. Most visitors arrange a car for the whole trip given the hill drives to Gulmarg (around 50 km), Pahalgam (around 90 km) and Sonamarg.
Domestic economy typically allows 15 kg check-in and 7 kg cabin, varying by airline and fare. Air India full-service fares often include more. Confirm before flying: IndiGo baggage, Air India baggage and Akasa Air baggage. Pre-pay any excess online — it is far cheaper than the airport counter, useful if you are carrying winter gear.
Kashmir's weather drives this route: summer is mild and busy, autumn brings the chinar colours, and winter delivers snow and the Gulmarg ski season. Mountain visibility can cause occasional delays or diversions, so avoid tight same-day onward connections. Delhi's December-January fog can delay early departures too. Carry warm layers even in summer, and keep your ID handy for the extra security checks at Srinagar.
Run the FlightGPT search across a few dates around your plan — peak-season fares to Srinagar swing a lot day to day. Book the morning departure for the best weather odds and a full first day in the valley, and set a price alert for SXR.
Non-stop flights take about 1h 30m scheduled, with airborne time often nearer 1h 15m-1h 25m over roughly 660 km.
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet and Akasa Air operate non-stops. Go First and Jet Airways are defunct, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
Roughly 14-22 non-stops a day in peak season across the major carriers, fewer in winter and monsoon. Confirm the live schedule when booking.
IndiGo, SpiceJet and Akasa generally use T1; Air India and Air India Express use T3. Check your boarding pass, as IndiGo runs some flights from other terminals.
Sheikh ul-Alam International (SXR) has a single terminal. It is security-sensitive, so arrive early, carry valid ID and follow photography restrictions.
Three to six weeks ahead for summer and winter-ski peaks; midweek and monsoon dates are usually softest. Avoid last-minute booking in peak season.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, airlines must refund statutory taxes and applicable charges even on non-refundable fares; the base-fare refund depends on your fare rules.
Domestic economy typically allows 15 kg check-in and 7 kg cabin, varying by airline and fare. Pre-pay any excess online to save money.
Usually 48 hours before departure, closing around 1-2 hours prior. It helps you skip queues at Srinagar's thorough security screening.
Yes. Srinagar's mountain weather can cause delays or diversions, and Delhi winter fog can hit early departures. Avoid tight same-day onward connections.
Some carriers allow pets in cabin or cargo on domestic sectors with advance booking and health documents; policies and fees vary, so confirm directly before travelling.
Infants under two travel on a lap-infant ticket at a nominal fare with no separate seat; carry the child's birth proof. A separate seat needs a child fare.
Booking directly with the airline avoids OTA convenience fees and eases changes driven by weather disruption, though OTAs sometimes run promos. Compare both.
Sheikh ul-Alam Airport is about 12-15 km from Srinagar city and Dal Lake — roughly 30-45 minutes by prepaid taxi, depending on traffic.
No permit is needed for Indian citizens on this domestic route, but carry valid government photo ID for the additional security checks at Srinagar airport.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Delhi to Srinagar — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Delhi–Srinagar prices across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Delhi to Srinagar at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available DEL–SXR fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Srinagar non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Srinagar flight time is ≈ 1h 30m 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 Srinagar ticket but are open to a layover.
Delhi–Srinagar 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 Srinagar fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.