North India
Delhi to Kashmir
Distance, nonstop flights, the new Vande Bharat rail link, road route and real trip costs from Delhi to Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam.
Breakfast in Delhi, a shikara on Dal Lake by sunset. It is a 1h 25m nonstop flight, and your driver is already waiting at Srinagar arrivals.
- 800 km by road
- 1h 25m nonstop
- Packages from ₹8,999
Kashmir trip from Delhi: live prices
Hotels, a private cab and sightseeing from Srinagar; flights or train added on request in one quote.
Quick answer
Delhi to Kashmir: Srinagar is about 800 km by road via Jammu (NH44), or 1h 25m on a nonstop flight. By rail, take a train to Jammu Tawi or Katra and the Vande Bharat on to Srinagar. Packages on Via Kashmir start from ₹8,999 per person; 5-day trips from ₹18,250. Best time: April-June and September-November, or December-February for snow at Gulmarg.
Why Kashmir works so well from Delhi
A long weekend is enough
With nonstop flights through the day, a 3-night Srinagar and Gulmarg trip fits a Friday-to-Monday break. Take an early flight out and the afternoon is already on the lake.
Out of the heat in under two hours
When Delhi crosses 40°C in May and June, Srinagar afternoons usually stay near 30°C or below, and Gulmarg and Pahalgam are cooler still.
Rail if you prefer the ground
Take a train to Jammu Tawi or Katra and the Vande Bharat on to Srinagar over the Chenab bridge. A Vaishno Devi darshan fits naturally into the same trip.
The whole of NCR, one plan
Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad leave from the same airport and stations, so one quote covers the family wherever they live.
Delhi to Kashmir at a glance
- Distance by road
- 800 km to Srinagar via Jammu (NH44)
- Fastest way
- Nonstop flight, 1h 25m
- Airlines
- IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet
- By train
- To Jammu Tawi or Katra, then Vande Bharat to Srinagar (4h 50m from Jammu)
- Packages from
- ₹8,999 per person
- Hotels from
- ₹1,259/night in Srinagar
- Houseboats from
- ₹3,150/night on Dal Lake
- Best months
- April-June, September-November; December-February for snow
- Ideal trip length
- 4-6 days
Delhi to Kashmir is about 800 km by road via Jammu (NH44), and IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express fly nonstop from DEL to Srinagar in about 1h 25m. Delhi travellers enjoy the shortest journey to Kashmir with multiple direct flights daily to Srinagar. Fly in the morning and arrive in the Valley in time for a shikara sunset on Dal Lake.
Since May 2026 there is also an all-weather rail option: trains run from Jammu Tawi and Katra into Srinagar on the Vande Bharat, which makes a train journey from North India far more practical than the old Jammu-to-Srinagar road transfer. Once you land, Via Kashmir packages with hotels, a private cab and sightseeing start from ₹8,999 per person.
How to reach Kashmir from Delhi
Every way in, compared. Times are typical; road times are planning estimates that include the hill section from Jammu.
| Mode | Route | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nonstop flight | Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Srinagar (SXR) | 1h 25m | IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air. Fastest option - land by midday and be on Dal Lake the same evening. |
| Train | Delhi to Jammu Tawi or Katra, then Vande Bharat to Srinagar | Jammu-Srinagar leg 4h 50m | Scenic all-weather line over the Chenab bridge; no through train to Srinagar yet. |
| Road | Delhi to Srinagar via Jammu (NH44) | 800 km, about 14-18 h driving | Plan 2 days with a night halt; Jammu is the usual last stop before the hills. |
Step by step: the fastest way from Delhi
- 1
Book a nonstop DEL-SXR flight (IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express); morning departures land before lunch.
- 2
At Srinagar airport, your Via Kashmir driver meets you at arrivals - airport transfers are included in every package.
- 3
Drive about 30-40 minutes to Dal Lake or your hotel; spend the first evening on a shikara.
- 4
Head out to Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg from day two - all are day trips or short drives from Srinagar.
Onward from Srinagar: Gulmarg 50 km (1h 30m), Pahalgam 90 km (2h 30m), Sonamarg 80 km (2h 30m). See cab fares in Kashmir or the Srinagar airport taxi.
Kashmir trip cost from Delhi
On Via Kashmir, a 5-day package with hotels, a private cab and sightseeing starts at ₹18,250 per person, so a couple pays from ₹36,500 for the Kashmir part of the trip. If you book stays separately, hotels start at ₹1,259 in Srinagar, ₹2,495 in Gulmarg, ₹1,512 in Pahalgam per night, and Dal Lake houseboats from ₹3,150. Add return DEL-SXR flights from Delhi, which vary with dates - booking 4-6 weeks ahead usually gets the better fares.
| What you pay for in Kashmir | Live price on Via Kashmir |
|---|---|
| 5-day package (per person) | ₹18,250 |
| Hotel in Srinagar (per night, from) | ₹1,259 |
| Hotel in Gulmarg (per night, from) | ₹2,495 |
| Hotel in Pahalgam (per night, from) | ₹1,512 |
| Hotel in Sonamarg (per night, from) | ₹2,079 |
| Dal Lake houseboat (per night, from) | ₹3,150 |
| Cab Srinagar to Gulmarg, sedan (one way) | ₹2,400 |
| Cab Srinagar to Sonamarg, sedan (one way) | ₹2,900 |
| Cab Srinagar to Pahalgam, sedan (one way) | ₹2,900 |
Hotel and package prices are the lowest live rates on Via Kashmir today and change with season and availability. Cab fares from our fixed fare guide.
Delhi to Kashmir tour package price
Live package prices on Via Kashmir, priced from Srinagar with hotels, a private cab and sightseeing included. Packages are priced without flights so you can book the cheapest nonstop fare or train from Delhi yourself; our driver meets you at Srinagar airport or station.
| Package | Days | Per person | For 2 people | For 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kashmir Weekend Escape - Srinagar & Gulmarg in 3 Days | 3 | ₹8,999 | Min 4 travellers | ₹35,996 |
| Kashmir 3N4D Trip - Srinagar, Gulmarg & Pahalgam | 4 | ₹15,000 | Min 4 travellers | ₹60,000 |
| Via Kashmir Special 4N5D Budget - Srinagar, Pahalgam & Houseboat Night | 5 | ₹18,250 | ₹36,500 | ₹73,000 |
| Via Kashmir Special 5N6D Budget - Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam & Sonamarg | 6 | ₹18,500 | ₹37,000 | ₹74,000 |
| Kashmir 6N7D Trip - Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam & Sonamarg | 7 | ₹19,199 | Min 4 travellers | ₹76,796 |
| Kashmir Vacay - Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam & Sonamarg | 8 | ₹22,699 | Min 4 travellers | ₹90,796 |
Cheapest live package for each trip length; prices change with season and availability. See all Kashmir tour packages.
Kashmir itineraries for travellers from Delhi
Day one is planned around how you arrive from Delhi; pick the length that fits your leave.
4 days: Srinagar and Gulmarg
- Day 1Fly DEL-SXR nonstop (1h 25m); check in and take a sunset shikara on Dal Lake.
- Day 2Gulmarg day trip - gondola to Kongdoori (Phase 1) or Apharwat (Phase 2).
- Day 3Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar), Shankaracharya hill and the old city.
- Day 4Morning at leisure, transfer to the airport for your flight home.
6 days: Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam
- Day 1Fly DEL-SXR nonstop (1h 25m); check in and take a sunset shikara on Dal Lake.
- Day 2Srinagar sightseeing - Mughal Gardens, Hazratbal, old-city craft lanes.
- Day 3Gulmarg day trip with the gondola.
- Day 4Drive to Pahalgam via the Pampore saffron fields and Avantipora ruins.
- Day 5Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari.
- Day 6Return to Srinagar and fly home.
8 days: the complete valley
- Day 1Fly DEL-SXR nonstop (1h 25m); check in and take a sunset shikara on Dal Lake.
- Day 2Srinagar sightseeing and a night on a Dal Lake houseboat.
- Day 3Sonamarg day trip - Thajiwas Glacier.
- Day 4Gulmarg day trip with the gondola.
- Day 5Doodhpathri meadows (or Yusmarg) day trip.
- Day 6Drive to Pahalgam via Pampore.
- Day 7Betaab, Aru and Chandanwari valleys.
- Day 8Back to Srinagar and fly home.
Where to stay in Kashmir
Top-rated verified hotels and houseboats in Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg, with today's lowest price.
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What Delhi travellers come to Kashmir for
Dal Lake, Srinagar
A sunrise shikara past the floating vegetable market, a night on a carved-wood houseboat, and the Mughal Gardens on the shore.
Local tip: Take the 6-7am shikara - the lake is stillest and the market is only real before 8am.
Gulmarg
One of the highest cable cars in the world lifts you to Apharwat Peak; snow from December, wildflower meadows from May.
Local tip: Book the first gondola slot - queues build fast and weather can close it by afternoon.
Pahalgam
The shepherds’ valley on the Lidder river, base for Betaab Valley, Aru Valley and Chandanwari.
Local tip: Aru Valley is 12 km further and far quieter than Betaab - worth the extra half-hour.
Sonamarg
The "meadow of gold" on the road to Ladakh, with Thajiwas Glacier a short walk or pony ride away.
Local tip: Go early - 80 km from Srinagar, and the glacier trail is best before noon.
Best time to visit Kashmir from Delhi
From Delhi the trip is short enough for a long weekend, so time it to the season: September-November for clear skies and chinar colours, December-February for snow at Gulmarg.
- March-April
- Spring and the Tulip Garden in Srinagar (late March to April); cool evenings.
- May-June
- Peak season - every valley and the Gulmarg gondola open, longest days. Book early.
- July-August
- Green and warm; the Amarnath Yatra makes Pahalgam and Sonamarg busier.
- September-November
- Clear skies, autumn chinar colours in November, lower hotel rates.
- December-February
- Snow season - skiing in Gulmarg, frozen scenery; some high roads close.
Kashmir tour packages from Delhi NCR
Travellers from Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad leave on the same flights from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and the Vande Bharat from New Delhi station, so every price and plan on this page applies. Town guides with the drive to the airport:
How booking your Delhi to Kashmir trip works
- Tell us your dates. On the form or on WhatsApp, with anything that matters: a lake-view room, a houseboat night, vegetarian meals, an elderly parent, a special occasion.
- Get a written quote. Every hotel named for every night, the car you will travel in and an itemised total including GST. Our Srinagar team replies every day, 9am to 9pm.
- Confirm with an advance. Your trip page then shows every payment, your hotel vouchers and the invoice in one place. The cancellation terms are written on your quote before you pay.
- Land in Srinagar. Your driver meets you at the airport or station, and our team stays on WhatsApp for the whole trip.
Why travellers from Delhi book with Via Kashmir
Physically verified stays
Every hotel and houseboat we list has been checked by our team on the ground.
Srinagar-based team
Local planners who handle road closures, weather changes and last-minute needs directly.
Itemised, all-in prices
No city tax, resort fee or service charge added at checkout.
Flexible cancellation
Free cancellation on most bookings, and quotes back within 30 minutes (9am to 9pm).
Delhi to Kashmir: frequently asked questions
How far is Kashmir from Delhi?
Srinagar is about 800 km from Delhi by road via Jammu (NH44) - roughly 14-18 hours of driving - or 1h 25m on a nonstop flight.
Is there a direct flight from Delhi to Srinagar?
Yes. IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, SpiceJet, Akasa Air fly nonstop from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Srinagar (SXR) in about 1h 25m.
Can I go from Delhi to Kashmir by train?
Delhi to Jammu Tawi by train (8-10 hrs). The Jammu Tawi-Srinagar Vande Bharat takes 4h 50m (departs Jammu 06:20, reaches Srinagar 11:10, six days a week). There is no single through train to Srinagar yet, so you change at Jammu Tawi or Katra.
How many days does it take to drive from Delhi to Kashmir?
Plan 2 days for the 800 km drive, with a night halt in Jammu or Katra so you drive the hill section (Udhampur-Ramban-Banihal-Srinagar) in daylight. The NH44 can close for a day after heavy snow or landslides, so keep a buffer day in winter.
How far is Gulmarg and Pahalgam from Delhi?
Both are reached through Srinagar: Gulmarg is 50 km (about 1h 30m) beyond Srinagar and Pahalgam about 90 km (2h 30m), so roughly 850 km and 890 km by road from Delhi. Most visitors base in Srinagar and do Gulmarg as a day trip.
How much does a Kashmir trip from Delhi cost?
On Via Kashmir, a 5-day package with hotels, a private cab and sightseeing starts at ₹18,250 per person, so a couple pays from ₹36,500 for the Kashmir part of the trip. If you book stays separately, hotels start at ₹1,259 in Srinagar, ₹2,495 in Gulmarg, ₹1,512 in Pahalgam per night, and Dal Lake houseboats from ₹3,150. Add return DEL-SXR flights from Delhi, which vary with dates - booking 4-6 weeks ahead usually gets the better fares.
What is the best Kashmir tour package from Delhi?
Packages listed on Via Kashmir currently start from ₹8,999 per person (Kashmir Weekend Escape - Srinagar & Gulmarg in 3 Days, 3 days). The lowest-priced 5-day package is ₹18,250 per person (Via Kashmir Special 4N5D Budget - Srinagar, Pahalgam & Houseboat Night). A first trip usually covers Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam in 5-6 days; the final price depends on your dates and hotel category.
What is the Delhi to Kashmir tour package price for 2 people?
The lowest-priced package two people can book on their own is Via Kashmir Special 4N5D Budget - Srinagar, Pahalgam & Houseboat Night at ₹18,250 per person (5 days), so ₹36,500 for a couple - hotels, private cab and sightseeing from Srinagar included. Some cheaper group packages need at least 4 travellers. Flights from Delhi are not included - book them separately for the best fare.
How much is a Kashmir tour package from Delhi for 4 people or a family?
A 5-day package starts at ₹18,250 per person (Via Kashmir Special 4N5D Budget - Srinagar, Pahalgam & Houseboat Night), about ₹73,000 for 4 travellers sharing, with hotels, a private cab and sightseeing included. Children's rates and an extra bed are quoted on request; add return travel from Delhi.
How many days are enough for a Kashmir trip from Delhi?
With a 1h 25m nonstop flight, 4 days covers Srinagar and Gulmarg; 6 days adds Pahalgam, and 8 days covers Sonamarg and Doodhpathri too.
What is the best time to visit Kashmir from Delhi?
From Delhi the trip is short enough for a long weekend, so time it to the season: September-November for clear skies and chinar colours, December-February for snow at Gulmarg. March-April brings the Tulip Garden; December-February is snow season.
Is there a Kashmir honeymoon package from Delhi?
Yes. Honeymoon packages on Via Kashmir start at ₹22,599 per person (Kashmir Honeymoon Package - 4N5D, 5 days), with a Dal Lake houseboat night, private cab and couple-friendly stays; flights from Delhi are booked separately.
Do travellers from Delhi need a permit for Kashmir?
No permit is needed for Indian citizens to visit Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam or Sonamarg - carry a government photo ID for hotel check-in and the airport. Prepaid SIM cards from outside Jammu & Kashmir generally do not work there, so use a postpaid connection or buy a local SIM.
Does ViaKashmir offer pickup from Srinagar airport for Delhi travellers?
Yes. Every Kashmir package booked through ViaKashmir includes airport pickup and drop at Srinagar (SXR) as standard, so Delhi travellers just need to book their DEL-SXR flight and we handle the rest.
Do you plan Kashmir trips from Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad and Faridabad?
Yes. Travellers from across Delhi NCR use the same flights from Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and the Vande Bharat from New Delhi station, so the packages and prices on this page apply as they are. Our driver meets you at Srinagar airport or station, and flights or train tickets can be added to the same quote.
Can we do Kashmir from Delhi in a weekend?
Yes. Fly out early on Friday, spend Friday evening on Dal Lake, do Gulmarg on Saturday and Srinagar sightseeing on Sunday, and fly back on Monday. For Pahalgam as well, plan 5 to 6 days.
Why book with a Srinagar-based company instead of a national travel portal?
You deal directly with the people who plan and run the trip. The hotels in your quote are ones our team has visited, the driver is assigned by us, and if a road closes or the weather turns, the same local team re-plans your day on WhatsApp instead of passing you between call centres.
Will I know exactly which hotels I am staying in before I pay?
Yes. The quote names the hotel or houseboat for every night and the room type, with an itemised total including GST. Nothing is "or similar".