Prayagraj to Delhi Flights — Guide 2026
Prayagraj to Delhi flights: airlines, non-stop timings, baggage, Bamrauli & IGI terminals, fares as of 2026.
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Prayagraj to Delhi flights: airlines, non-stop timings, baggage, Bamrauli & IGI terminals, fares as of 2026.
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Quick answer: Prayagraj to Delhi non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 20m non-stop., operated by IndiGo, Air India, IndiGo and Air India between them offer a handful of non-stops daily, though frequency varies by day of week — not every day has the same number of flights.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest IXD–DEL 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.
Looking for cheap flights from Prayagraj to Delhi? FlightGPT compares live IXD to DEL fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Prayagraj to Delhi non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Prayagraj-Delhi 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 | 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.
Prayagraj (IXD) to Delhi (DEL) is served non-stop by IndiGo and Air India. Frequency is modest and varies by day — some days carry two or three departures, others fewer — so this is not an all-hours shuttle like Delhi–Mumbai. If your preferred day is thin, book early. The route is busiest around Magh Mela and major pilgrimage dates.
The great-circle distance is about 635 km and the non-stop takes roughly 1h 20m. Most flights operate on A320-family jets. Arrival into Delhi shares airspace with one of India's busiest airports, so a few minutes of holding before landing is normal — fine for a final destination, but allow buffer if you are connecting onward.
With limited daily frequency, booking 2–4 weeks ahead is sensible. Pilgrimage season spikes demand sharply. We do not quote rupee fares; the pattern below is the reliable guide.
| Period | Demand | Fare tendency |
|---|---|---|
| Jan–Feb (Magh Mela / Kumbh years) | Very high | Peak; book weeks ahead |
| Apr–Jun (summer) | High | Higher; limited seats |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Moderate | Often the cheapest window |
| Oct–Dec (festive, winter) | High | Dearer around festivals; fog risk late Dec |
Compare IndiGo and Air India on the same date — the cheaper carrier flips often on this route. Mid-week departures beat weekends. Book ahead of pilgrimage surges, when fares climb fast. Cabin-only travel keeps you on the lightest fare. Set a fare alert on FlightGPT and book when the price is sensible rather than gambling on a last-minute drop.
A morning departure from Prayagraj lands you in Delhi with the day ahead and the least exposure to afternoon weather build-up in summer. In late December and January, choose mid-morning over very early flights: Delhi fog is worst at dawn and can cause holds and diversions. For onward connections at Delhi, give yourself a comfortable buffer in winter.
Business: a morning non-stop makes a same-day Delhi trip workable; book the return early given limited frequency. Families and pilgrims: for Magh Mela or Kumbh travel, book weeks ahead and aim for daytime flights. Students and budget travellers: monsoon and mid-week dates are cheapest; honestly, with only two carriers and modest frequency, early booking saves more than fare-chasing.
Prayagraj (IXD), Bamrauli: a compact single civil terminal at an Air Force station about 12 km west of the city, so arrive with ID ready and expect tight security. Delhi (DEL), Indira Gandhi International: IndiGo uses Terminal 1; Air India uses Terminal 3. Confirm your terminal on the boarding pass — T1 and T3 are far apart, with a free inter-terminal shuttle.
IXD is roughly 12 km from central Prayagraj — about 30 minutes by taxi or auto, longer during Mela crowds. In Delhi, the Airport Express metro and app-cabs link both terminals to the city; from T3 the metro is quickest to central and south Delhi, while T1 has metro and prepaid taxi access. Allow extra time in Delhi's traffic.
Both carriers offer the standard domestic 7 kg cabin plus 15 kg check-in, with the lightest fares sometimes trimming check-in. Pre-buy extra weight online to save versus airport rates. Current limits are on our IndiGo baggage page; Air India's allowance is broadly similar on domestic economy.
Delhi's dense winter fog (mid-December to late January) is the single biggest disruptor — keep a buffer day if travelling then. Prayagraj summers are very hot; the pleasant season runs October to March. During Magh Mela and Kumbh, the city and airport are far busier than usual, so plan transfers generously.
Frequency here is genuinely limited and pilgrimage demand is spiky. Lock in your dates early on FlightGPT, compare IndiGo against Air India for the same day, and in winter avoid the very first dawn slot when Delhi fog is at its worst.
Yes. IndiGo and Air India both fly the route non-stop in about 1h 20m, though daily frequency is modest and varies by day.
IndiGo and Air India operate the non-stop service.
About 1h 20m gate to gate over roughly 635 km.
IndiGo operates from Terminal 1 and Air India from Terminal 3. Check your boarding pass — the two are far apart.
Bamrauli Airport (IXD), a single-terminal civil enclave about 12 km west of the city.
Typically two to three between the two airlines, but it varies by day of week. Check current schedules for your date.
Two to four weeks ahead, and earlier around Magh Mela, Kumbh and festive dates when demand spikes.
Standard domestic 7 kg cabin and 15 kg check-in, with the lightest fares sometimes offering less. See our IndiGo baggage page.
Yes. Web check-in opens about 48 hours before departure on both IndiGo and Air India.
Yes. Delhi's December–January fog frequently delays or diverts morning arrivals. Prefer a mid-morning flight and keep a buffer in winter.
Yes. Infants under two fly on a lap for a nominal fee with valid age proof, without a separate seat.
Air India carries pets in cabin or hold with advance booking on routes it operates; IndiGo does not carry pets. Book and confirm well ahead.
A government photo ID such as Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence. No visa is required for domestic travel.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, an airline-initiated cancellation entitles you to a full refund or a free alternative flight.
Fares are similar. Booking direct simplifies changes and refunds. Compare on FlightGPT first, then book where convenient.
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What you pay on the Prayagraj–Delhi 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 Prayagraj to Delhi live to see how today's price compares to dates a month out — the gap is often 25–40 percent across IndiGo, Air India.
Last-minute Prayagraj to Delhi fares move fast, but they're rarely the same across every airline. Run your date through the search above and FlightGPT compares real-time Prayagraj Delhi prices across IndiGo, Air India — so you grab the cheapest seat still open, not the first one you see.
Most travellers prefer the Prayagraj to Delhi non-stop option. The direct Prayagraj-Delhi flight time is ≈ 1h 20m 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 Prayagraj Delhi ticket but are open to a layover.
Expect Prayagraj–Delhi 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 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.