The flight distance from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in Asheville, United States to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India is 12,584 kilometers (7,820 miles / 6,795 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with India. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:40 in Asheville, it's 04:10 in New Delhi. With a 10.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,387 feet between the two airports. Indira Gandhi International Airport sits lower than Asheville Regional Airport.

The return flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Asheville (AVL) follows a heading of 342° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.