Flight deals to India

Several airlines fly from the US to India, including both nonstop and one-stop options. Virgin Atlantic offers flights from the US to India via London Heathrow, with service to major Indian hubs including Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, plus onward connections across India with partner airlines. This makes it easy to plan a trip to India with the reassurance of flying Virgin Atlantic across the Atlantic, then connecting smoothly to your final destination.

The cheapest month to fly to India can vary depending on your departure city, destination, travel dates and demand. In general, fares may be lower outside peak travel periods such as major US holidays, summer vacation, Christmas, New Year and popular festival dates. If you’re looking for cheap flights to India, try comparing a few different months and travel midweek where possible. Being flexible with your dates can help you find the best available Virgin Atlantic flight deal.

Flight times from the US to India depend on where you’re flying from and where you’re travelling to in India. With Virgin Atlantic, US customers can fly to India via London Heathrow, with onward flights to key destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Your total journey time will vary based on your US departure airport, connection time in London and your final destination in India, so it’s always best to check the full itinerary when searching for flights.

The best time to book flights to India is usually as early as possible, especially if you plan to travel during busy periods such as summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, school holidays or major Indian festivals. Booking ahead can give you more choice of fares, cabins and travel dates. If your plans are flexible, compare different departure and return dates to help find the best value flights to India from the US.

The best airport to fly into India depends on where you’re heading. Delhi is a great choice for northern India, including Rajasthan, Agra, the Himalayas and India’s national parks. Mumbai works well for western India, Goa and the wider Maharashtra region. Bengaluru is a strong option for southern India, including Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu. Virgin Atlantic flies to Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru via London Heathrow, with onward connections available across India through partner airlines.

US citizens usually need a visa to travel to India. Many travellers can apply online for an India e-Visa before they travel, but eligibility, visa type and entry requirements depend on your nationality, passport and reason for travel. The Government of India’s official e-Visa process involves applying online, paying the visa fee online, receiving an Electronic Travel Authorization by email, then presenting it on arrival in India. Always check the latest official entry requirements before booking and again before you fly.

Your baggage allowance for flights to India depends on your cabin and fare type. On Virgin Atlantic routes between the US and India, baggage allowances can be more generous than on some other routes, but Economy Light does not include a checked bag. If you need checked baggage included, Economy Classic or Economy Delight may be a better option. Premium and Upper Class include additional baggage benefits. Always review the fare details before booking your flight to India so you know exactly what’s included.