Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar Metro Route

Fare, time, interchanges and route map.

Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)Official website ↗Helpline: 155370
Shortest35 minFewest changes42 min
Rs 54Mon–Sat fare
Rs 43Sun & holidays
42 minTime
22.7 kmDistance
15Stops
1Changes

Estimated from distance; confirm at the station. Exit within 3 hr of entering.

⇄ Return: Lajpat Nagar 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 Mandir8 min · 4 stops--:--Lajpat Nagar
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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 ColonyMoolchandLajpat NagarDestination

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Summary

To travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar by Delhi Metro, board the train at Terminal 1 IGI Airport metro station towards Botanical Garden and ride through 14 intermediate stations. This route needs 1 train change (1 interchange at Kalkaji Mandir); switch trains there to continue to Lajpat Nagar.

The metro travel time from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar is approximately 0 hrs 42 mins, and the total distance covered on this route is 22.7 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 Lajpat Nagar is ₹54. 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 26.1 km

ModeEst. fareEst. time
Metro22.7 kmCheapestFastest
₹5442 min
Cab / Taxi26.1 km
₹385–4901 hr 5 min
Auto-rickshaw26.1 km
₹310–3901 hr 18 min
Bike taxi26.1 km
₹170–21556 min

💡 Compared with a cab / taxi, the metro saves about ₹382 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 Lajpat Nagar?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar is ₹54. 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 Lajpat Nagar by metro?

The metro journey from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar takes approximately 42 min. Including station entry, security checks, and walking inside stations, allow around 52 min for the complete trip.

How many stations are there between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Lajpat Nagar?

There are 15 stations between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Lajpat Nagar 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 Lajpat Nagar?

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 Lajpat Nagar?

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

What is the distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Lajpat Nagar?

The metro distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Lajpat Nagar is approximately 22.7 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 Lajpat Nagar?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar on Sunday is ₹43. Fare discounts, where applicable, are reflected in the displayed amount.

What is the fastest metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar?

The recommended metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lajpat Nagar takes around 42 min and includes 1 interchange(s). It is designed to provide an efficient journey across the Delhi Metro network.

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