🚆 Delhi Metro: Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport
The Delhi Metro journey from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 28 km with an estimated travel time of 56 minutes across 19 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Orange Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at New Delhi. Dhaula Kuan station has been operational since 2011. Terminal 1-IGI Airport station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
🚇
First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
⏱️
Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
⏳
Journey Time:
~56 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
→
Next:
shivaji_stadium
(12 min)
2
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(3 min)
3
New Delhi
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
4
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
5
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
6
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
7
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
8
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
9
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
10
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
11
INA
Yellow Line
→
Next:
aiims
(1 min)
12
AIIMS
Yellow Line
→
Next:
green_park
(1 min)
13
Green Park
Yellow Line
→
Next:
hauz_khas
(3 min)
14
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
15
Hauz Khas
Magenta Line
→
Next:
iit_delhi
(2 min)
16
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line
→
Next:
rk_puram
(1 min)
17
R K Puram
Magenta Line
→
Next:
munirka
(2 min)
18
Munirka
Magenta Line
→
Next:
vasant_vihar
(2 min)
19
Vasant Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
shankar_vihar
(4 min)
20
Shankar Vihar
Magenta Line
→
Next:
terminal_1_igi_airport
(3 min)
21
Terminal 1-IGI Airport
Magenta Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
6.34 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
Distance:
2.00 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.25 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Yellow Line
📏
Distance:
1.17 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.94 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.49 km
⏱️
Time:
N/A min
📏
Distance:
1.45 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.31 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.30 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
0.77 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
0.89 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.76 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Magenta Line
📏
Distance:
0.92 km
⏱️
Time:
1 min
📏
Distance:
1.38 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.27 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
2.05 km
⏱️
Time:
4 min
📏
Distance:
1.82 km
⏱️
Time:
3 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Elevators
Available facilities:
ATMs
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
Available facilities:
None
Available facilities:
Toilets
💡 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 Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 19 stations on this route, covering 28 km. You need to change trains at New Delhi.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Dhaula Kuan?
A: The first metro from Dhaula Kuan 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 Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 56 minutes under normal conditions, covering 28 km across 19 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-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 Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at Dhaula Kuan metro station?
A: Dhaula Kuan is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2011.
Q: What facilities are available at Terminal 1-IGI Airport metro station?
A: Terminal 1-IGI Airport offers: Toilets. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from Dhaula Kuan to Terminal 1-IGI Airport is a 28 km, 56-minute journey with one interchange at New Delhi. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.