Lal Quila Terminal 1 Igi Airport Delhi Metro Route
लाल किला → टर्मिनल 1 आईजीआई एयरपोर्ट
⇄ Reverse Route
📍 Quick Answer:
Lal Quila se Terminal 1 Igi Airport tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 54 minutes lagte hain,
20 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹54 (Token) /
₹49 (Smart Card).
2 interchanges hain is route par.
📍 Route Overview
The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 23.3 km in approximately 54 minutes. Commuters travel through 20 stations via the Violet Line, Yellow Line, Magenta Line lines. A train change at 2 interchange stations is needed.
लाल किला से टर्मिनल 1 आईजीआई एयरपोर्ट — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport by Delhi Metro is approximately 54 minutes, covering a distance of 23.3 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 62 minutes.
📍 Lal Quila → Terminal 1 Igi Airport Route Map
🗺️ Lal Quila → Terminal 1 Igi Airport — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is calculated based on the distance of 23.3 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:
Central Secretariat
— Alight from Violet Line
Platform 3
✓ · Board Yellow Line
Platform 1
✓ · 🚶 ~5 min walk
🚇 Metro Lines & Train Timings
💡 Travel Tips
- Smart Card balance can be checked at any yellow card reader inside the station.
- Eating and drinking inside metro premises is strictly prohibited.
- Disabled-friendly lifts and ramps are available at all interchange stations.
- Use the last coach to exit near the escalator at most stations.
- 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.
📋 Journey Summary
Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport at a glance: 2 interchanges, 20 stations on Violet Line and Yellow Line and Magenta Line, roughly 54 minutes, ₹54 fare.
🚇 Related Metro Lines
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
Click (+) on any station for details
Central Secretariat
सेंट्रल सेक्रेटेरिएट VIO
Platform 3
✓ → Towards RAJA NAHAR SINGH
🔄 Change Line: VIO → YEL
🚉 Get Down Here
VIO
Platform 3✓ → Towards Towards RAJA NAHAR SINGH
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
YEL
Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Seva Teerth (earlier Udyog Bhawan)
सेवा तीर्थ (पूर्व उद्योग भवन) YEL
Platform 1
✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
Hauz Khas
हौज़ खास YEL
Platform 1
✓ → Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
🔄 Change Line: YEL → MAG
🚉 Get Down Here
YEL
Platform 1✓ → Towards Towards HUDA CITY CENTRE
🚶 Walk ~5 min to next platform
🚆 Board Here
MAG
Platform 4✓ → Towards Towards MAJLIS PARK
📍 Nearby Routes from Lal Quila
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is via the Violet Line, Yellow Line and Magenta Line. The journey covers 20 stations via the Violet Line, Yellow Line and Magenta Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 20 stations between Lal Quila and Terminal 1 IGI Airport by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport takes approximately 54 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is ₹54 for a token and ₹49 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹39.
Yes — you need to change trains at 2 interchange stations. See the step-by-step route above.
The first Delhi Metro train from Lal Quila towards Terminal 1 IGI Airport departs at approximately 5:30 AM on the Violet Line.
No. The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route requires 2 interchanges. Follow the colour-coded signboards.
Check the platform board at Lal Quila for the train going towards Terminal 1 IGI Airport. Platform Platform No. 2 heads towards Towards start (2). Platform Platform No. 1 heads towards Towards end (1).
The reverse journey from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Lal Quila takes the same time (~54 min) and distance (23.3 km). The fare is also ₹54 (token) / ₹49 (Smart Card).
The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has 2 interchanges. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
The best time to travel from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is before 8:00 AM or after 8:30 PM on weekdays to avoid peak-hour crowds. Off-peak also gives a Smart Card discount.
Use the Delhi Metro Route Finder on this page: enter Lal Quila as source and Terminal 1 IGI Airport as destination for the optimal route, station count, travel time, fare, and interchange details.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Lal Quila towards Terminal 1 IGI Airport is at approximately 11:30 PM. For late-night travel, use pre-booked cabs or Delhi Night Bus.
Delhi Metro allows luggage up to 25 kg or 60 cm × 45 cm × 25 cm free of charge on the Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route. Oversized items may be restricted. All bags go through X-ray at entry.
Delhi Metro is one of the safest transit systems in India. The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.
The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport journey.
The off-peak Smart Card fare from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is ₹39. Off-peak hours are before 8:00 AM and after 8:00 PM on weekdays, and all day on Sundays and public holidays.
Yes. A Smart Card saves ₹5 on the Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route (₹49 vs ₹54 token). Smart Cards also skip the token queue and offer off-peak discounts.
Bicycles are permitted on select routes during off-peak hours (before 8 AM and after 8 PM on weekdays, all day weekends) at no extra charge, subject to space availability.
Delhi Metro does not currently offer route-specific monthly passes for Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport. A Smart Card at ₹49 per trip is the most economical regular commuting option.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 2.1 kg of CO₂ on the Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport journey (23.3 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has 2 interchanges. The Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has 2 interchanges. See the step-by-step section above for which stations to change at.
Yes. Buy a QR code ticket via the DMRC Momentum 2.0 app or WhatsApp chatbot for your Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Lal Quila to enter, then scan again at Terminal 1 IGI Airport to exit — valid for one journey, usually within 130 minutes.
Yes. On every train between Lal Quila and Terminal 1 IGI Airport, the first coach in the direction of travel is reserved for women, marked with pink signage. Men may travel in it only while accompanying a woman, child, or senior/differently-abled passenger.
Travelling from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 IGI Airport, let passengers exit before boarding, queue on the marked platform lines, stand right on escalators, avoid loud calls or music, and offer priority seats to those who need them — especially useful advice if you're changing lines en route.
💡 Smart Travel Tips — Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport
⏰ Best Time to Travel
Avoid 8–10 AM and 5:30–8:30 PM peak hours.
Travel before 8 AM or after 9 PM for a comfortable 54-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹54 ·
Smart Card: ₹49 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹2156 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹2156 for daily commuters.
🚇 Platform Tips
Board from the front coaches at interchange stations — closest to exits.
Off-peak Smart Card gives extra 20% discount before 8 AM and after 8 PM.
🌙 Last Train Alert
Last metro from Lal Quila:
11:30 PM
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
Miss it? Book Ola/Uber from station exit or use DMRC helpline 155370.
🌱 Environmental Impact — Why Take the Metro?
Taking the Delhi Metro from Lal Quila to Terminal 1 Igi Airport (23.3 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
0.4g
🚇 Metro CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.8g
🚗 Car CO₂
per journey
per journey
2.4g
✅ CO₂ Saved
vs Car
vs Car
₹5
💳 Smart Card
savings/trip
savings/trip
🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 2.4g CO₂ on this journey.
Delhi Metro's electric fleet runs on ~30% renewable energy, making it one of India's greenest transit systems.
· 💳 Use a Smart Card to save an additional ₹5 (10% discount) on every trip.
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