Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony Metro Route

Fare, time, interchanges and route map.

Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)Official website ↗Helpline: 155370
Rs 43Mon–Sat fare
Rs 32Sun & holidays
37 minTime
20.1 kmDistance
13Stops
1Changes

Estimated from distance; confirm at the station. Exit within 1 hr 40 min of entering.

⇄ Return: Kailash Colony to Terminal 1 IGI Airport
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Your journey

Reach destination by --:--
Magenta LineTowards Botanical Garden
--:--Terminal 1 IGI Airport23 min · 11 stops--:--Kalkaji Mandir
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🔁 Change at Kalkaji Mandir: Magenta Line → Violet Line · ~10 min
Violet LineTowards Kashmere Gate
--:--Kalkaji Mandir4 min · 2 stops--:--Kailash Colony
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First & last metro

StationFirstLast
Magenta Line Terminal 1 IGI Airport
Towards Botanical Garden
6:03 AM11:13 PM
Violet Line Kalkaji Mandir
Towards Kashmere Gate
6:38 AM11:38 PM

Times are approximate and can differ on Sundays and holidays. Check the operator for exact timings.

Route map

Terminal 1 IGI AirportStartShankar ViharVasant ViharMunirkaRK PuramIIT DelhiHauz KhasPanchsheel ParkChirag DelhiGreater KailashNehru EnclaveKalkaji MandirChange to Violet LineNehru PlaceKailash ColonyDestination

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Summary

To travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony by Delhi Metro, board the train at Terminal 1 IGI Airport metro station towards Botanical Garden and ride through 12 intermediate stations. This route needs 1 train change (1 interchange at Kalkaji Mandir); switch trains there to continue to Kailash Colony.

The metro travel time from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony is approximately 0 hrs 37 mins, and the total distance covered on this route is 20.1 km. The first metro from Terminal 1 IGI Airport departs at 6:03 AM, while the last train leaves at 11:13 PM.

The estimated metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony is ₹43. Smart card users may receive discounted fares.

Peak Hour Details

Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Metro vs cab, auto and bike: fare and time

Estimates for about 23.1 km

ModeEst. fareEst. time
Metro20.1 kmCheapestFastest
₹4337 min
Cab / Taxi23.1 km
₹340–43558 min
Auto-rickshaw23.1 km
₹275–3501 hr 9 min
Bike taxi23.1 km
₹150–19550 min

💡 Compared with a cab / taxi, the metro saves about ₹345 on this trip.

Road fares are estimates based on typical rates and change with traffic, time of day and app surge pricing. Metro fares follow the fare chart on this site.

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FAQs

What is the metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony is ₹43. Fares are determined by DMRC based on the distance traveled and may be updated from time to time.

How long does it take to travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony by metro?

The metro journey from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony takes approximately 37 min. Including station entry, security checks, and walking inside stations, allow around 47 min for the complete trip.

How many stations are there between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Kailash Colony?

There are 13 stations between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Kailash Colony on this route, including any interchange stations if a line change is required.

Do I need to change metro lines to travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony?

This route requires 1 interchange(s). 1 interchange at Kalkaji Mandir

Which metro lines are used on the route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony?

The recommended route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony uses the following Delhi Metro line(s): Magenta, Violet.

What is the distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Kailash Colony?

The metro distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Kailash Colony is approximately 20.1 km.

Which direction should I take from Terminal 1 IGI Airport station?

When starting your journey at Terminal 1 IGI Airport, board the train heading towards Botanical Garden. Platform signage at the station can help confirm the correct direction before boarding.

What is the Sunday metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony on Sunday is ₹32. Fare discounts, where applicable, are reflected in the displayed amount.

What is the fastest metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony?

The recommended metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Kailash Colony takes around 37 min and includes 1 interchange(s). It is designed to provide an efficient journey across the Delhi Metro network.

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