🚆 Delhi Metro: Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport
The Delhi Metro journey from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 32 km with an estimated travel time of 63 minutes across 17 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. Chirag Delhi station has been operational since 2018. IGI Airport station opened in 2011.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~63 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Chirag Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
panchsheel_park
(1 min)
2
Panchsheel Park
Magenta Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(2 min)
3
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(3 min)
5
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
6
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(1 min)
7
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
8
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
9
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(2 min)
10
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(0 min)
11
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(1 min)
12
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
13
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(2 min)
14
New Delhi
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
15
New Delhi
Orange Line
→
Next:
shivaji_stadium
(3 min)
16
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
dhaula_kuan
(12 min)
17
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
→
Next:
delhi_aerocity
(12 min)
18
Delhi Aerocity
Orange Line
→
Next:
igi_airport
(6 min)
19
IGI Airport
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
0.88 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.40 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.00 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🔄
Transfer:
Orange Line
📏
Distance:
6.34 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
6.23 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
3.44 km
⏱️
Time:
6 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
💡 Travel Tips
- Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
- Check for any service advisories before traveling
- Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
- During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Route & Timing
Q: How many stops are there from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 17 stations on this route, covering 32 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Chirag Delhi?
A: The first metro from Chirag Delhi departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.
Q: How long does it take from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 63 minutes under normal conditions, covering 32 km across 17 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport?
A: The standard token fare is INR 54. With a smart card, you pay INR 49 (10% discount applied automatically).
Q: Is there a discount on Delhi Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Chirag Delhi metro station?
A: Chirag Delhi is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2018.
Q: What facilities are available at IGI Airport metro station?
A: IGI Airport offers: Parking. It has been operational since 2011.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Chirag Delhi to IGI Airport is a 32 km, 63-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.