Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dushanbe Airport (DYU): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours.
Dushanbe is 30 minutes behind New Delhi and observes the UTC+5 timezone.
Your DEL to DYU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Dushanbe (and then discovering more of Tajikistan!) is easy with Somon Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Somon Air.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between DEL and DYU:
Dubai Airport
Almaty Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Dushanbe Airport (DYU)
ج.م. 7,753 is the lowest price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 22,896. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DEL to DYU, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights that depart Indira Gandhi International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Dushanbe Airport (DYU)
If you have a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near DYU:
Getting from Dushanbe Airport (DYU) to central Dushanbe
Dushanbe Airport to central Dushanbe has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Dushanbe Airport (DYU)
April is the busiest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Dushanbe in February.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Dushanbe Airport for July if you'd like to visit Dushanbe during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 38ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DEL to DYU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Tajikistan
Dushanbe has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tajikistan you'll want to see. About 153 kilometres north of Dushanbe, a trip to Istaravshan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Bemorkhonai Dekhai Bogkalon, Sebzor and Kal'ai Mug.
Around 241 kilometres north-east of Dushanbe, Isfara is another essential stop in Tajikistan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Maschidi KalA, Starinnyy Zamok and Isfara Chess Club.
