Do I need proof of onward travel when arriving in Delhi, India, and what ticket options work if my plans are flexible?

For uncertain plans, choose a flexible-date ticket. Depending on the fare rules, you may be able to move the departure date several months ahead.

Another option is a refundable ticket. It can serve as onward-travel documentation and can later be cancelled under the seller’s and fare’s refund rules.

Temporary booking services are another possibility: some offer short free holds, while others provide longer paid reservations. Check that the reservation will still be valid when you arrive.