Dhaula Kuan Terminal 1 Igi Airport Delhi Metro Route
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📍 Route Overview
The Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 25.3 km in approximately 59 minutes. Commuters travel through 19 stations via the Orange Line, Yellow Line, Magenta Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport by Delhi Metro is approximately 59 minutes, covering a distance of 25.3 km.
This route requires 2 interchanges. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 67 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is calculated based on the distance of 25.3 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹54 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹49 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹39 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹54 | Same as token fare |
| Tourist Card (1 Day) | ₹200 | Unlimited rides — valid from first trip |
| Tourist Card (3 Days) | ₹500 | Unlimited rides for 3 consecutive days |
| Children (under 3 yrs) | Free | Must be accompanied by adult |
| ⚠️ Ticketless Penalty | ₹250 | Always carry a valid ticket |
🔄 Interchange Stations
You will need to change metro lines at the following 2 interchange stations on this journey:
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Avoid peak hours (8–10 AM and 5–8 PM) for a more comfortable commute.
- Recharge your Smart Card to get 10% discount on every trip.
- Stand to the right on escalators so others can walk past on the left.
- Keep your metro token or card ready before reaching the exit gates.
- At interchange stations, follow colour-coded signboards to find your next platform quickly.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 19 stations between Dhaula Kuan and Terminal 1 Igi Airport, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is ₹54 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹49 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹39.
The metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport takes approximately 59 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 67 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 2 times on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is approximately 25.3 km.
The first metro from Dhaula Kuan towards Terminal 1 Igi Airport departs at approximately 4:45 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 10-20 minutes during peak hours.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1 Igi Airport (25.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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