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Please feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions related to your travel, we will try our best to provide you with the appropriate and most suitable solution to the same.

Generally, as seats are sold, prices tend to become more expensive. The best time to book is 3-4 months in advance for any dates which you are planning to travel.

The  cheapest time to fly from USA to India 

Fly Off Season:
End of JANUARY to first week of MAY SEPTEMBER to Mid of NOVEMBER

As Indian diaspora in the USA, is one of the major contributors to flight bookings to India from the USA. There is always low demand around these months. Rest of Months like June , July , August and December are quite high season dates due to summer holidays, thanksgiving and Christmas in the USA.

Yes, USA to India direct flights is available.  The direct flights are available with Air India, American Airline and United airline from San Francisco, New York, New Jersey etc.

Best airlines to fly to India from the US and Canada are:

Air Canada, Air India, American Airline, Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, Delta Air Lines, Emirates Airline , Etihad Airways, Korean Air, Singapore Airlines, Air France, British Airways , Lufthansa Airline, KLM Royal Dutch Airline,Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines. They are full-service carriers, offering exceptional customer service, in-flight comfort and entertainment , checked baggage allowance, and many more.

United States to India

  • The cheapest flight from the United States to India is from San Francisco & New York city to New Delhi, with airfares starting around 600 $ off season.
  • The fastest flight from the United States to India is from New York City to New Delhi, with an average flight time of 13h 40m.

3.1 Which month is the cheapest to fly to India from the USA?

Cheapest month to fly to India is September & October . 

3.2 Which is the best airline to travel to India from the USA?

Qatar Airline is considered the best airline to travel to India from the USA ,consistently ranking high in customer satisfaction and providing exceptional service.

Yes, seat reservations are a paid service post covid with most of airlines. Though they are not mandatory, if you are traveling with family or in a group, advance reservation of seats is strongly recommended to sit together. Without a seat reservation, there is always a chance that the system itself will assign different seats to passengers traveling under the same reservation.

Carry-On Baggage Allowance :

Most of the airlines allow a carry-on bag and a personal item such as a purse, laptop bag, or briefcase. The typical carry-on luggage weight limit for international flights ranges between 7-8 kg (15-22 lbs). However, this may vary, always check with the airline.

Most airlines have different checked baggage weight limits for cabin classes. So no matter if you are traveling in economy ,premium economy and Business class from USA to India, below are the details how much you can carry 

Checked-in Baggage Allowance :

For economy : The maximum check-in bag allowance is 23 kg (50 lbs) per Passenger. Most airlines include one piece of checked baggage in the ticket price and for extra or second baggage the charge additionally .

For Business Class : The maximum weight allowed for check in baggage is 32 (70 lbs) kg per Passenger. 

Important note: Please check with Myflyvo agent the baggage limit for a particular flight as it varies for every airline

5.1 Do I have to recheck my luggage on connecting flights?

When all layover flights are booked with Single Airline,  most of the time your baggage will be automatically transferred through to your final destination.

However, if one of the flights is with a different airline, you may have to claim and recheck your baggage during your layover. Please ask MyFlyvo agent or Contact the respective airline.

If your luggage is missing or damaged upon arrival, please contact the luggage service at the airport at the earliest. Moreover feel free to ask the ground staff at the airport if you are unable to find the luggage service.

The Passenger Irregularity Report (PIR) should be filed with the airline’s desk at the airport about your missing baggage, or ask a member of staff where to report the missing bag. Make sure you get your PIR number which you can use to track your bags and for future enquiries.

Lost, Delayed, or Damaged Baggage

Once it determines that your bag is lost, the airline is responsible for compensating you for your bags’ contents – subject to depreciation and maximum liability limits.

Oh yes , highly recommended to  financially protect passengers from unexpected events. Travel insurance  generally covers trip cancellations, delayed flights, lost or stolen belongings, and emergency medical expenses. While visiting outside , Some countries require it to enter .

 7.1 Can you add travel insurance after booking a flight?

You absolutely , without any doubt. Travel insurance can be purchased separately from your flight booking.

7.2 Do airlines provide flight insurance?

When you book a flight , they do have an option to opt for travel insurance at an additional cost .

7.3 Can I cancel my flight with travel insurance?

 In most cases, yes, you can cancel your flight and be reimbursed if you have an eligible reason for canceling. But you may not cancel the flight because you’ve changed your mind. there must be a valid reason that is detailed in your travel insurance policy.

For special service requests such as special assistance(assistance at the airport, mobility assistance, or needing a wheelchair) , seat selections or bassinet for infants , Unaccompanied minors, Special meals(such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten or lactose free, or meals for specific religions) , Extra or Special baggage(includes bicycles, wheelchairs, sports equipment, and musical instruments ) , please inform Myflyvo agent or the airline at the time of booking. We will do our best to accommodate your needs, but final confirmation always remains with the airline.

Adding special requests to a booking may increase the airfare.

Airlines offer a variety of meals to accommodate different dietary and religious needs like 

Dietary Meal : Vegetarian, diabetic, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, vegan, gluten-intolerant, and lactose-intolerant meals to comply with special dietary requirements.

Religious meal : Halal, kosher, Jain meal and meals for oriental vegetarians

Child meal : Meals for babies, infants, and small children

9.1 How to give meal preference in flight?

Meal preference has to be given at least 24-48 hours prior to the departure. Ask Myflyvo agent to update your meal preference at the time of booking or do it by yourself on the respective airline website or call the airline directly.

For the special meal request please inform Myflyvo agent or else contact the airline.

Passport valid for travel to the United States – Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States (unless exempt by country-specific agreements). Every member who needs a visa must submit a separate application, including any family members listed in your passport . Always check with respective embassies in regard to this.

10.1 Do US citizens need a visa for India?

All U.S. citizens need a valid passport as well as a valid Indian visa or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card to enter and exit India for any reason. Indian visa rules and instructions change often , so always check with respective embassies .

10.2 Do I need a transit visa for Frankfurt from the USA to India?

The airport transit privilege does not apply and you will need a visitor visa if 

  1. you have to pick up your baggage and/or have to check in again (please verify with your airline).
  2. If you are transiting through two or more airports in the Schengen countries (for example: Miami-Frankfurt-Paris-India)

10.3 Can I travel to India via Europe with an expired US visa?

If granted advanced travel documents, H1B visa holders may be eligible to travel to India via Europe without requiring a transit visa. But as of now, to go from the USA to India via Europe, you need a transit visa if your US visa has expired. Always recommended to check with respective embassies in regard to any kind of visa requirement.