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Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) — Business Class Guide

Delhi Indira Gandhi International is India's primary aviation hub, offering Air India's revamped Maharajah Lounge and connections throughout the subcontinent and beyond.

Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is India’s largest and busiest airport, serving as the hub for Air India. For business class travelers, it offers improving lounge facilities and extensive connections throughout India and to global destinations.

Terminal guide for business class

Terminal 3 is the modern international terminal, handling all overseas flights and premium domestic departures. Air India, Vistara, and international carriers operate from here. The terminal’s design incorporates traditional Indian art and architecture.

Terminal 1 serves low-cost domestic carriers.

Terminal 2 handles additional domestic traffic.

Best business class lounges

Air India Maharajah Lounge (T3) has undergone renovation as part of Air India’s Tata-led transformation, offering improved dining with Indian and international cuisine, shower facilities, and business services.

Plaza Premium First provides a consistent premium experience with à la carte dining and spa services.

ITC Green Lounge offers vegetarian dining with the quality ITC Hotels is known for.

Gateway to India

Delhi’s central position makes it India’s primary international gateway. Air India operates extensive domestic and international networks, while Vistara (now merging with Air India) offers premium domestic connections.

Why fly business class through Delhi

India’s economic growth drives increasing premium demand. Air India is investing in fleet and service improvements under Tata ownership. Connections to secondary Indian cities are extensive, making Delhi efficient for one-stop access to destinations like Mumbai, Bangalore, or Chennai.

FAQ

Which Delhi lounge is best for business class?

Air India Maharajah Lounge has improved significantly; Plaza Premium First is a reliable alternative with consistent international standards.

How long for connections at Delhi?

Allow 2+ hours for international connections. Immigration can be slow but has improved with biometric processing.

Do I need a visa for Delhi transit?

Most nationalities require e-visas for India. Transit without visa (TWOV) is not available—even connecting passengers must clear immigration.

Business class flights from Delhi

Delhi → Malé 4h 00m
from €950*
Delhi → Hong Kong 5h 30m
from €1,100*
Delhi → Beijing 5h 30m
from €1,200*
Delhi → Seychelles 5h 00m
from €1,200*
Delhi → Seoul 6h 30m
from €1,250*
Delhi → Shanghai 6h 00m
from €1,250*
Delhi → Mauritius 7h 30m
from €1,250*
Delhi → Istanbul 7h 00m
from €1,300*
Delhi → Vienna 7h 30m
from €1,400*
Delhi → Milan 8h 30m
from €1,450*
Delhi → Frankfurt 8h 00m
from €1,500*
Delhi → Munich 8h 00m
from €1,500*
Delhi → Rome 8h 30m
from €1,500*
Delhi → Amsterdam 9h 00m
from €1,550*
Delhi → Zurich 8h 00m
from €1,550*
Delhi → Paris 8h 30m
from €1,600*
Delhi → Vancouver 13h 00m
from €1,900*
Delhi → Melbourne 12h 00m
from €1,900*
Delhi → Melbourne 12h 00m
from €1,900*
Delhi → Chicago 15h 00m
from €2,000*
Delhi → Toronto 14h 30m
from €2,000*
Delhi → Sydney 13h 00m
from €2,000*
Delhi → Sydney 13h 00m
from €2,000*
Delhi → San Francisco 15h 30m
from €2,100*
Delhi → New York 15h 00m
from €2,200*
Delhi → Seattle 16h 00m
from €2,200*
Delhi → Atlanta 17h 00m
from €2,300*

*Estimated prices based on historical data

Business class flights to Delhi

Ho Chi Minh City → Delhi 4h 30m
from €750*
Dubai → Delhi 3h 30m
from €800*
Bangkok → Delhi 4h 00m
from €800*
Tashkent → Delhi 3h 00m
from €850*
Almaty → Delhi 3h 30m
from €850*
Kuala Lumpur → Delhi 5h 30m
from €950*
Malé → Delhi 4h 00m
from €950*
Doha → Delhi 4h 00m
from €1,000*
Hong Kong → Delhi 5h 30m
from €1,000*
Riyadh → Delhi 4h 30m
from €1,000*
Baku → Delhi 4h 00m
from €1,000*
Singapore → Delhi 5h 30m
from €1,100*
Mauritius → Delhi 6h 30m
from €1,100*
Seoul → Delhi 7h 00m
from €1,250*
Vienna → Delhi 7h 00m
from €1,250*
Tel Aviv → Delhi 6h 00m
from €1,250*
Jakarta → Delhi 7h 30m
from €1,250*
Helsinki → Delhi 7h 30m
from €1,350*
Helsinki → Delhi 7h 00m
from €1,350*
London → Delhi 8h 30m
from €1,400*
Tokyo → Delhi 9h 00m
from €1,400*
Zurich → Delhi 8h 00m
from €1,500*
Paris → Delhi 8h 30m
from €1,600*
Frankfurt → Delhi 7h 30m
from €1,600*
Amsterdam → Delhi 8h 00m
from €1,600*
Rome → Delhi 8h 00m
from €1,600*
Johannesburg → Delhi 10h 00m
from €1,600*
San Francisco → Delhi 16h 00m
from €2,100*
São Paulo → Delhi 18h 00m
from €2,100*
Mexico City → Delhi 20h 00m
from €2,100*
New York → Delhi 14h 30m
from €2,200*
Los Angeles → Delhi 17h 00m
from €2,200*
Newark → Delhi 15h 00m
from €2,200*

*Estimated prices based on historical data

Airlines with business class at Delhi

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