Vancouver to Amritsar flights: your best options

There’s a big community in BC with family in Punjab, so Vancouver to Amritsar is a trip many people make every year. There’s no regular nonstop flight, so the choice is really about how you connect. Here’s how to compare your options and find a better fare.

01 Option 1: one ticket through Delhi

The most common choice is Air India’s nonstop from Vancouver to Delhi, then a short connecting flight to Amritsar, all on one ticket. Total travel time is often around 21 to 22 hours.

• Pros: usually the shortest total trip, and because it’s one ticket, the airline must rebook you if a delay makes you miss the connection.
• Cons: you’ll normally clear immigration and customs in Delhi and re-check your bags, so allow enough connection time.

02 Option 2: one stop through another hub

Some airlines connect to Amritsar through hubs in Europe, the Middle East or Asia, usually on a single ticket with a partner airline for part of the trip. These can be cheaper in busy months but often take longer.

03 Option 3: fly to Delhi, then train or road

If Amritsar fares are high, compare a cheaper Vancouver–Delhi ticket and continue by train or car. Fast daytime trains link Delhi and Amritsar, and the trip is also a common drive.

Book the onward train in advance, especially around holidays. See our Vancouver to Delhi flights guide for tips on the first leg.

04 Watch out for separate tickets

Booking two separate tickets — for example Vancouver to Delhi with one airline and Delhi to Amritsar with another — can save money, but it’s riskier.

• If your first flight is late and you miss the second, the second airline usually won’t rebook you for free.
• You’ll need to collect and re-check your bags yourself.
• Leave at least 4 to 5 hours between flights, and check both baggage allowances.

05 When to book and fly

• Busiest times: December and early January, Canadian summer holidays, Diwali and the winter wedding season. Book 4 to 6 months ahead for these.
• Often cheaper: late January to March, and September to early October.
• Set a price alert for both Amritsar and Delhi, then compare.
• For more detail, see our guide to the best time to book flights to India from Canada.

06 Before you go

• Baggage: many fares to India include two checked bags, but check each airline on your ticket — the smallest allowance can apply.
• Visa or OCI: Canadian citizens need an Indian visa, e-Visa or OCI card. Check the official Indian government visa website, as rules have changed in recent years.
• Insurance: read our travel health insurance guide before you leave.

Quick answers

Is there a direct flight from Vancouver to Amritsar?

Not year-round. Air India has operated seasonal nonstop flights in the past, so check the current schedule. Most travellers connect through Delhi.

How long does it take to get from Vancouver to Amritsar?

Usually about 21 to 30 hours with one stop. Connecting through Delhi on one ticket is typically the fastest option.

Is it cheaper to fly to Delhi and take the train to Amritsar?

Sometimes, especially in peak season. Compare the total cost and time, including the train or car, before deciding.