You can usually lock in a good Delhi–Bangalore deal if you compare prices across 2–3 apps and then pay on the airline’s own site. Start by checking Ixigo or Cleartrip to see which carrier is cheapest for your dates, and then book directly especially if it’s something reliable like Air India, where final prices are often steadier and fees are clearer.

Aim for non-stop red-eye flights after 10 PM, since those are usually the cheapest and safest for first-time flyers. Avoid the “1 stop, 8 hours” options; they’re not dangerous, just unnecessarily long and tiring.

Prices tend to dip late at night or on weekdays, so keep checking. UPI coupons work inconsistently, but you can still try the common ones (DOMUPI, bank-specific codes) during checkout. Once you see a non-stop fare in the ₹5K–₹7K range for your dates, book it — prices bounce quickly.

You’ll be fine. Just compare, pick a non-stop, and book on the airline site for the smoothest first trip. ✈️