Direct (nonstop) flights from Delhi to Vancouver

1 airline flys nonstop from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). It's 6,935 miles (11,161 km), about 15h 20m in the air. Operated by Air India.

DEL
Indira Gandhi International Airport
🇮🇳 Delhi, India
YVR
Vancouver International Airport
🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada
Flight Time
15h 20m
Distance
6,935 mi
11,161 km
CO₂/pax
1060 kg
−232 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air India
Time Diff
-12h
Operated by Air India Air India

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air India AI Air India
Route
DEL → YVR
Flight Time
15h 20m
Distance
6,935 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Delhi to Vancouver with one stop · direct emits 1060 kg CO₂ per passenger

DEL PVG (Shanghai) YVR
Leg 1: 5h 50m (2,672 mi) Leg 2: 10h 25m (5,615 mi) Total: ~16h 15m 🍃 1292 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → PVG
5h 50m · 2,672 mi
View DEL to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → YVR
10h 25m · 5,615 mi
View PVG to YVR flights →
DEL CCU (Kolkata) YVR
Leg 1: 2h 15m (815 mi) Leg 2: 14h 10m (7,117 mi) Total: ~16h 25m 🍃 1264 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → CCU
2h 15m · 815 mi
View DEL to CCU flights →
Leg 2
CCU → YVR
14h 10m · 7,117 mi
View CCU to YVR flights →
DEL HND (Tokyo) YVR
Leg 1: 7h 40m (3,649 mi) Leg 2: 8h 50m (4,708 mi) Total: ~16h 30m 🍃 1303 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → HND
7h 40m · 3,649 mi
View DEL to HND flights →
Leg 2
HND → YVR
8h 50m · 4,708 mi
View HND to YVR flights →
DEL NRT (Tokyo) YVR
Leg 1: 7h 55m (3,679 mi) Leg 2: 8h 35m (4,673 mi) Total: ~16h 30m 🍃 1301 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → NRT
7h 55m · 3,679 mi
View DEL to NRT flights →
Leg 2
NRT → YVR
8h 35m · 4,673 mi
View NRT to YVR flights →
DEL ICN (Seoul) YVR
Leg 1: 6h 45m (2,896 mi) Leg 2: 9h 50m (5,109 mi) Total: ~16h 35m 🍃 1249 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DEL → ICN
6h 45m · 2,896 mi
View DEL to ICN flights →
Leg 2
ICN → YVR
9h 50m · 5,109 mi
View ICN to YVR flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Delhi to Vancouver?

A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to Vancouver (YVR) takes approximately 15 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 6,935 miles (11,161 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Delhi to Vancouver?

Just Air India.

Is there a nonstop flight from Delhi to Vancouver?

Yes. 1 airline: Air India.

How far is Delhi from Vancouver?

The flight distance from Delhi to Vancouver is 6,935 miles (11,161 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 Vancouver?

Vancouver is 12 hours behind Delhi. (Asia/Kolkata vs America/Vancouver.)

Will I experience jet lag flying from Delhi to Vancouver?

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 Vancouver?

At 15h 20m, 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 Canada?

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

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

Roughly 1060 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 5,300 km.

Is the return flight from Vancouver to Delhi also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Delhi to Vancouver?

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.