Rajiv Chowk Terminal 1 Igi Airport Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
The Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport metro route is one of Delhi Metro's efficient connections, spanning 15.9 km in approximately 39 minutes. Commuters travel through 16 stations via the Yellow Line, Magenta Line lines. A train change at 1 interchange station is needed.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport by Delhi Metro is approximately 39 minutes, covering a distance of 15.9 km.
This route requires 1 interchange. Please allow an additional 3–5 minutes per interchange for platform change and waiting time. Total estimated journey time including interchange: approximately 43 minutes.
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is calculated based on the distance of 15.9 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹43 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹39 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹31 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹43 | 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 interchange station 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 16 stations between Rajiv Chowk and Terminal 1 Igi Airport, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is ₹43 for a Token/QR Code ticket and ₹39 with a Smart Card (10% discount). Off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹31.
The metro journey from Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport takes approximately 39 minutes. If you include interchange wait time, allow 43 minutes total.
Yes — you need to change trains 1 time on this route. The step-by-step route above shows exactly where to change.
The metro route distance from Rajiv Chowk to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is approximately 15.9 km.
The first metro from Rajiv Chowk towards Terminal 1 Igi Airport departs at approximately 5:15 AM and the last train is at 11:45 PM. Trains run every 3-5 minutes during peak hours.
🔗 Related Metro Routes
Rajiv Chowk Metro Station Terminal 1 Igi Airport Metro Station