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New Delhi Overview

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Traveling from New Delhi to major cities in China, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, or Kunming, is fairly easy, thanks to the availability of direct flights and well-connected international routes. Here’s how you can plan your trip:

1. Flight from New Delhi to China

  • Departure Airport: You will be departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), the main international gateway in New Delhi.

  • Airlines: There are direct flights and connecting flights to various cities in China from New Delhi. Some common airlines flying this route include:

    • Air India (Direct flights to Beijing and Shanghai)
    • China Eastern Airlines (Direct flights to Shanghai)
    • China Southern Airlines (Direct flights to Guangzhou)
    • Air China (Direct flights to Beijing)
    • Ethiopian Airlines, Thai Airways, and Singapore Airlines (with layovers in Addis Ababa, Bangkok, or Singapore)

  • Flight Duration: The flight duration for direct flights is typically:

    • New Delhi to Beijing: Around 6 to 7 hours
    • New Delhi to Shanghai: Around 6 to 7 hours
    • New Delhi to Guangzhou: Around 5 to 6 hours
    • New Delhi to Kunming: Usually requires a layover, and flight time will be around 7-8 hours with one connection.

2. Flight Connections

  • If there are no direct flights available for your destination in China, you can connect through major hubs in Southeast Asia or the Middle East, such as:
    • Singapore (via Singapore Airlines)
    • Bangkok (via Thai Airways)
    • Dubai (via Emirates)
    • Hong Kong (via Cathay Pacific)
    • Doha (via Qatar Airways)
  • Flights from New Delhi to these hubs usually take 4 to 6 hours, with a connection to your final destination in China.

3. Visa Requirement

  • Chinese Visa: Indian passport holders are required to obtain a visa before traveling to China, whether for tourism, business, or other purposes. You will need to apply for a tourist visa (L visa) or business visa (M visa), depending on your travel purpose.
  • Visa Application: You can apply for a visa at the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi or a Consulate in other major cities. The visa processing time is usually about 4-7 business days.
  • Transit Visa: If you’re transiting through a third country (e.g., Singapore, Bangkok, or Hong Kong), make sure to check whether you need a transit visa for your layover, depending on the duration of the stop.

4. Arriving in China

  • Once you arrive, you’ll land at one of China’s main international airports, depending on your final destination:
    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): For travel to Beijing and northern China
    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): For travel to Shanghai and eastern China
    • Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): For travel to Guangzhou and southern China
    • Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG): For travel to Kunming and southwestern China
  • Domestic Flights: If your destination is a different city in China, domestic flights or high-speed trains are a convenient option. Flights within China are frequent and affordable.