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New Flight Alert: Air India Will Soon Fly Non-Stop Between Manila and Delhi
It's time to start exploring incredible India!
by Leana Vibal
Published on Jun 5, 2025
(SPOT.ph) India is a beautiful country with a culture as vibrant as ours, but sadly not many Filipinos have had the opportunity to travel to this South Asian nation. That's about to change, though, as India is about to get a smidge closer to the Philippines this 2025.
Heads up, travelers! Air India just announced that it will soon be flying non-stop between Manila and Delhi. Take this as your sign to explore the Indian subcontinent, dive deep into Bollywood lore, and experience everything Incredible India has to offer. Check out all the details about the only direct flight link between India and the Philippines below.
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Check out everything we know about Air India's non-stop Manila-Delhi flight
Starting October 1, Air India will begin to operate direct flights between Delhi and Manila, connecting the capital cities in an effort to boost tourism, trade, and cultural exchange. As of writing, Air India is the only carrier that directly links the Philippines to India.
Air India's service from Manila to India will operate five times a week, with flights scheduled every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Total fly time will take around six to seven hours, with Manila two hours and thirty minutes ahead of India.
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An Airbus A350 Air India aircraft. Photo from Facebook/ Air India.
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Here's the official schedule of flights between Delhi and Manila effective on October 1, 2025:
Manila to DelhiFlight Number: AI2361 Expected time of departure from Ninoy Aquino International Airport: 11:40 p.m. (GMT+8) Expected time of arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport: 3:50 a.m. +1 (GMT+5:30)
Delhi to Manila Flight Number: AI2362 Expected time of departure from Indira Gandhi International Airport: 1:20 p.m. (GMT+5:30) Expected time of arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport: 10:40 p.m. (GMT+8)
Flights between India and the Philippines will be aboard Air India's fleet of Airbus A321neo aircraft. Passengers onboard these flights have the choice of flying Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.
Passengers aboard Air India Manila-Delhi flights all have complimentary meals and drinks, as well as in-flight entertainment throughout their flight. But as with any airline, there are perks to flying Business. Guests in Business Class are treated to full-recline flatbed seats for this almost seven-hour flight.
Delhi to Manila
Flights between India and the Philippines will be aboard Air India's fleet of Airbus A321neo aircraft. Passengers onboard these flights have the choice of flying Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class.
Passengers aboard Air India Manila-Delhi flights all have complimentary meals and drinks, as well as in-flight entertainment throughout their flight. But as with any airline, there are perks to flying Business. Guests in Business Class are treated to full-recline flatbed seats for this almost seven-hour flight.
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Air India's Manila to Delhi flights are aboard their fleet of Airbus A321neo planes that feature fully-reclining flatbeds for Business Class passengers. Photo from Website/ Air India..
Economy fares from Manila to Delhi start at USD 399 (roughly PHP 22,261) one-way, or USD 529 (PHP 29,514) for a round trip. If you’re after a little more legroom, Premium Economy starts at USD 515 (PHP 28,735) one-way, or USD 889 (PHP 49,600) round-trip.
But if you really want to splurge, Business Class will cost you about PHP 62,500 (USD 1,119) one-way—or go all out with a round trip for roughly PHP 113,760 (USD 2,039).
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Here are the starting one-way and return fares for Air India's Delhi-Manila-Delhi flight route. These are special promo fares valid for booking until July 10 for trips between October 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026. Photo from Website/ Air India..
Pro tip: You should keep your eyes peeled for connecting flights from Delhi. India's Indira Gandhi International Airport is a great gateway to many parts of Europe and the Middle East. Apart from being a way to explore India, this new Air India flight route opens a whole new world of possibilities for travelers who don't mind a pit stop in one part of the world to get to the next.
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Things to Do in India
The launch of this Delhi-Manila-Delhi flight route almost serendipitously coincides with the Philippines' new visa policy for Indian nationals, where they can enter our country as tourists visa-free. With this direct flight, Indians can begin to explore the many islands of the Philippines; similarly, Filipinos can start to explore the Indian subcontinent.
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Gulmarg is a town in India situated in the Pir Panjal Range of the Western Himalayas. Photo from Pexel/Iqbal Farooz..
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A woman posing in front of a temple in Jaipur. Photo from Pexels/ Abhishek Tanwar..
Delhi is packed with lots of history, food, and a little urban chaos, which is part of its charm. You can go on a spiritual retreat at the Lotus Temple; marvel at the Red Fort, a massive Mughal fortress with red sandstone walls; and experience the sights, smells, and snacks of the Chandni Chowk.
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A man walking through the Diwan-i-Am in the Red Fort of Delhi. Photo from Pexels/ Rachel Claire..
Alternatively, you can also use the city as a jump-off point for adventures in other parts of India. From Delhi, you can travel to all parts of the Indian subcontinent either by land or air.
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The Taj Mahal and the Four Minarets in India. Photo from Pexels/ Sudipta Mondal..
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People riding an elephrant through the streets of Jaipur. Photo from Pexels/ Parv Choudhary..
Beyond visits to the Taj Mahal or visits to Bollywood sets, visitors can enjoy many more experiences, what with India's numerous natural and cultural wonders. Go on tiger safaris in Ranthambhore, Bandhavgarh, or visit any of India's many national parks full of wildlife. You can also cruise the palm-lined canals of Kerala. Those with a passion for Indian cuisine can take cooking classes in Jaipur or Kochi to learn the secrets of Indian spices. Or you can simply enjoy the plethora of street food available. In India, there's something for every type of traveler.
For more information, visit Air India's website.
Leana is Spot's go-to for Arts & Culture and Things to Do. On any given day, she’s either glued to her screen—or gliding underwater like the mermaid she swears she is. Contact: leana@spot.ph
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