Delhi to Amritsar is a pilgrimage, food, and heritage route. With fares from ₹2,500 and a 1-hour flight vs 6-hour drive, flying is the obvious choice.
Quick Facts
- Distance: 450 km
- Flight time: 1 hour
- Daily flights: 10+
- Cheapest fare: ₹2,500-₹4,000
Airlines
Must Do in Amritsar
- 🛕 Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib): Open 24/7, free langar (communal meal)
- 🇮🇳 Wagah Border Ceremony: 4:30 PM daily — arrive by 3 PM for seats
- 🏛️ Jallianwala Bagh: Historic memorial, 500m from Golden Temple
- 🍗 Food Trail: Amritsari kulcha, lassi at Ahuja, butter chicken at Beera
Best Time
- Oct-Mar: Pleasant weather (10-25°C)
- Baisakhi (April): Biggest festival — fares spike, book 6 weeks early
- Summer (May-Jun): 40°C+ heat — cheapest fares