Direct (nonstop) flights from Delhi to San Francisco

1 airline flys nonstop from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 7,707 miles (12,404 km), about 15h 30m in the air. Operated by Air India.

DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport
🇮🇳 Delhi, India
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
15h 30m
Distance
7,707 mi
12,404 km
CO₂/pax
1178 kg
−285 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air India
Time Diff
-12h
Operated by Air India Air India

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air India AI Air India
Route
DEL → SFO
Flight Time
15h 30m
Distance
7,707 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Delhi to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 1178 kg CO₂ per passenger

DEL CAN (Guangzhou) SFO
Leg 1: 4h 35m (2,271 mi) Leg 2: 12h 20m (6,897 mi) Total: ~16h 55m 🍃 1463 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → CAN
4h 35m · 2,271 mi
View DEL to CAN flights →
Leg 2
CAN → SFO
12h 20m · 6,897 mi
View CAN to SFO flights →
DEL PVG (Shanghai) SFO
Leg 1: 5h 50m (2,672 mi) Leg 2: 11h 10m (6,150 mi) Total: ~17h 🍃 1374 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → PVG
5h 50m · 2,672 mi
View DEL to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → SFO
11h 10m · 6,150 mi
View PVG to SFO flights →
DEL HND (Tokyo) SFO
Leg 1: 7h 40m (3,649 mi) Leg 2: 9h 35m (5,159 mi) Total: ~17h 15m 🍃 1372 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → HND
7h 40m · 3,649 mi
View DEL to HND flights →
Leg 2
HND → SFO
9h 35m · 5,159 mi
View HND to SFO flights →
DEL NRT (Tokyo) SFO
Leg 1: 7h 55m (3,679 mi) Leg 2: 9h 28m (5,123 mi) Total: ~17h 23m 🍃 1370 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → NRT
7h 55m · 3,679 mi
View DEL to NRT flights →
Leg 2
NRT → SFO
9h 28m · 5,123 mi
View NRT to SFO flights →
DEL CCU (Kolkata) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 15m (815 mi) Leg 2: 15h 10m (7,827 mi) Total: ~17h 25m 🍃 1373 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → CCU
2h 15m · 815 mi
View DEL to CCU flights →
Leg 2
CCU → SFO
15h 10m · 7,827 mi
View CCU to SFO flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Delhi to San Francisco?

A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 15 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 7,707 miles (12,404 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Delhi to San Francisco?

Just Air India.

Is there a nonstop flight from Delhi to San Francisco?

Yes. 1 airline: Air India.

How far is Delhi from San Francisco?

The flight distance from Delhi to San Francisco is 7,707 miles (12,404 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Tokyo.

What is the time difference between Delhi and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 12 hours behind Delhi. (Asia/Kolkata vs America/Los_Angeles.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Delhi to San Francisco?

Probably — 12-hour time difference means significant jet lag. Expect about 1 day of adjustment per hour of shift. Flying westward is generally easier to adjust to.

What type of aircraft flies from Delhi to San Francisco?

At 15h 30m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from India to USA?

Depends on your passport. Check with the USA embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Delhi to San Francisco?

Roughly 1178 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 5,890 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco to Delhi also nonstop?

Check the SFO to DEL route page for return options.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Delhi to San Francisco?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.