Pune, India → Delhi, India · ✈ 1h 58min · 🚗 19h 10min
637 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northeast
The distance from Pune to Delhi is 1,179 km (733 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 58min.
The straight-line distance from Pune, India to Delhi, India is approximately 1,179 kilometers (733 miles or 637 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Delhi is located northeast of Pune. Pune is in Asia, in the West India region of India, while Delhi is in Asia, in North India, India. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,179 km | ~1h 58min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,533 km | ~19h 10min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,415 km | ~11h 47min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Pune to Delhi. For 1,179 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,533 km, fuel costs for driving from Pune to Delhi are approximately $123–$230 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Pune sits at 18.5204°N, 73.8567°E, while Delhi is located at 28.7041°N, 77.1025°E. The initial compass bearing from Pune to Delhi is 16° (NNE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Pune heading roughly NNE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 10.18° and the longitude difference is 3.25°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Pune and Delhi is approximately 23.6207°N, 75.4164°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 590 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Pune and Delhi share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Pune is a major city in India with a population of approximately 3,124,458. Located in the West India region, it is an important hub in Asia. Pune is a significant metropolitan area in India with good domestic and international transport connections.
Delhi is a notable city in India with a population of approximately 16,787,941. Situated in the North India region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Delhi is one of India's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,179 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,179 km, the Pune-Delhi route is about 2.9% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 58min.
Combined, Pune and Delhi have a population of over 19,912,399 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Pune to Delhi is approximately 1,179 kilometers (733 miles, 637 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 58min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 19h 10min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Delhi is approximately Same timezone compared to Pune.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,533 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,179 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.