Terminal 1 Igi Airport Rajiv Chowk Delhi Metro Route
⇄ Reverse Route📍 Route Overview
Travelling from Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro takes approximately 39 minutes covering 15.9 km across 16 stations. The route involves 1 interchange — details are shown in the step-by-step guide below.
🗺️ Step-by-Step Station List
⏱ Distance & Travel Time
The total travel time from Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk 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 Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk 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
- 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.
🔍 Interactive Route Finder
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
There are 16 stations between Terminal 1 Igi Airport and Rajiv Chowk, including both the start and end stations.
The metro fare from Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk 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 Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk 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 Terminal 1 Igi Airport to Rajiv Chowk is approximately 15.9 km.
The first metro from Terminal 1 Igi Airport towards Rajiv Chowk departs at approximately 5:30 AM and the last train is at 11:30 PM. Trains run every 4-7 minutes during peak hours.
🔗 Related Metro Routes
Terminal 1 Igi Airport Metro Station Rajiv Chowk Metro Station