Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Metro Route

Fare, time, interchanges and route map.

Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)Official website ↗Helpline: 155370
Rs 54Mon–Sat fare
Rs 43Sun & holidays
46 minTime
25.3 kmDistance
17Stops
1Changes

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

⇄ Return: Tughlakabad 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 Raja Nahar Singh
--:--Kalkaji Mandir13 min · 6 stops--:--Tughlakabad
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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 Raja Nahar Singh
6:32 AM11:32 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 LineGovind PuriHarkesh Nagar OkhlaJasola ApolloSarita ViharMohan EstateTughlakabadDestination

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Summary

To travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad by Delhi Metro, board the train at Terminal 1 IGI Airport metro station towards Botanical Garden and ride through 16 intermediate stations. This route needs 1 train change (1 interchange at Kalkaji Mandir); switch trains there to continue to Tughlakabad.

The metro travel time from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad is approximately 0 hrs 46 mins, and the total distance covered on this route is 25.3 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 Tughlakabad 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 29.1 km

ModeEst. fareEst. time
Metro25.3 kmCheapestFastest
₹5446 min
Cab / Taxi29.1 km
₹425–5401 hr 13 min
Auto-rickshaw29.1 km
₹340–4351 hr 27 min
Bike taxi29.1 km
₹190–2401 hr 2 min

💡 Compared with a cab / taxi, the metro saves about ₹430 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 Tughlakabad?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad 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 Tughlakabad by metro?

The metro journey from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad takes approximately 46 min. Including station entry, security checks, and walking inside stations, allow around 56 min for the complete trip.

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

There are 17 stations between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Tughlakabad 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 Tughlakabad?

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 Tughlakabad?

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

What is the distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Tughlakabad?

The metro distance between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Tughlakabad is approximately 25.3 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 Tughlakabad?

The Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad 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 Tughlakabad?

The recommended metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Tughlakabad takes around 46 min and includes 1 interchange(s). It is designed to provide an efficient journey across the Delhi Metro network.

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