Shankar Vihar Terminal 1 Igi Airport Delhi Metro Route
शंकर विहार → टर्मिनल 1 आईजीआई एयरपोर्ट
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📍 Quick Answer:
Shankar Vihar se Terminal 1 Igi Airport tak Delhi Metro mein
approximately 5 minutes lagte hain,
2 stations se guzarte hue.
Fare: ₹11 (Token) /
₹10 (Smart Card).
📍 Route Overview
Travelling from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 Igi Airport by Delhi Metro takes approximately 5 minutes covering 1.2 km across 2 stations. This is a direct route with no interchange required.
शंकर विहार से टर्मिनल 1 आईजीआई एयरपोर्ट — दिल्ली मेट्रो रूट, किराया और समय की पूरी जानकारी।
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 Igi Airport by Delhi Metro is approximately 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1.2 km.
📍 Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport Route Map
🗺️ Shankar Vihar → Terminal 1 Igi Airport — Delhi Metro Route Map
💰 Fare Details
The metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 Igi Airport is calculated based on the distance of 1.2 km as per the DMRC fare chart (w.e.f. August 2025).
| Ticket Type | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Token / QR Code | ₹11 | Buy at counter, token machine, or DMRC app |
| Smart Card | ₹10 | 10% discount on token fare |
| Smart Card Off-Peak | ₹8 | 20% off (off-peak hours) |
| Holiday / Sunday | ₹11 | 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 |
🚇 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.
- Download the official DMRC app for real-time train tracking, recharge, and travel updates.
📋 Journey Summary
In short: Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 Igi Airport takes about 5 minutes across 2 stations on Magenta Line, with a direct journey with no interchange, for a fare of ₹11.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (25 questions)
The Delhi Metro route from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is via the Magenta Line. The journey covers 2 stations via the Magenta Line. Use the interactive route finder above to get step-by-step directions.
There are 2 stations between Shankar Vihar and Terminal 1 IGI Airport by Delhi Metro (including both the source and destination stations).
The Delhi Metro journey from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport takes approximately 5 minutes. This estimate does not include waiting time at interchange stations.
The Delhi Metro fare from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is ₹11 for a token and ₹10 with a Smart Card (10% discount). The off-peak Smart Card fare is ₹8.
No — this is a direct route on the Magenta Line. No train change required.
The Delhi Metro route distance from Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport is approximately 1.2 km.
Using a Smart Card for the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport journey saves ₹1 compared to a token. Smart Card: ₹10 vs Token: ₹11.
The first Delhi Metro train from Shankar Vihar towards Terminal 1 IGI Airport departs at approximately 5:30 AM on the Magenta Line.
The last Delhi Metro train from Shankar Vihar towards Terminal 1 IGI Airport is at approximately 11:30 PM on the Magenta Line. Plan your journey accordingly.
Yes. The Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route is direct — no interchange needed. You stay on the Magenta Line throughout.
The Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has no interchanges. It is a single-line journey on the Magenta Line.
The best time to travel from Shankar Vihar 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.
No. Delhi Metro does not run at midnight. The last train from Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route is covered by CISF security, CCTV at all stations, and dedicated women-only coaches on every train.
Stations on the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route have lifts, ramps, tactile paths, and wheelchair assistance. Contact the Station Master for dedicated support.
The official DMRC app "Delhi Metro Rail" (Android and iOS) shows real-time schedules, platform numbers, and route maps for the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport journey.
Yes. A Smart Card saves ₹1 on the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route (₹10 vs ₹11 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.
By taking Delhi Metro instead of a car, you save approximately 0.1 kg of CO₂ on the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport journey (1.2 km). Metro emits ~89g CO₂/passenger-km vs ~210g for a private car.
Smart Card passengers save ₹1 (10%) on the Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route. Token/QR fare is ₹11; Smart Card fare is ₹10. Recharge at any Delhi Metro station or via the DMRC app.
The Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has no interchange. The Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport route has no interchanges. It is a single-line journey on the Magenta Line.
Yes. Buy a QR code ticket via the DMRC Momentum 2.0 app or WhatsApp chatbot for your Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 IGI Airport trip. Scan it at the AFC gate at Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 Shankar Vihar 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 — Shankar Vihar 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 5-minute journey.
Sunday mornings are the least crowded.
💳 Smart Card Saves Money
Token fare: ₹11 ·
Smart Card: ₹10 (10% off)
Monthly savings: ₹440 for daily commuters.
Monthly savings: ₹440 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 Shankar Vihar:
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 Shankar Vihar to Terminal 1 Igi Airport (1.2 km) saves significant carbon emissions compared to road transport.
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🌍 Metro vs Car: Taking the metro saves 0.1g 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 ₹1 (10% discount) on every trip.
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