🚆 Delhi Metro: IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus
The Delhi Metro journey from IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus involves an interchange at New Delhi — from the Orange Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 31 km with an estimated travel time of 62 minutes across 16 stations.
🛤️ Route Overview
This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Orange Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at New Delhi. IGI Airport station has been operational since 2011. Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus station opened in 2018.
⏰ Operating Hours
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First Train:
6:00 AM
🌙
Last Train:
11:00 PM
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Frequency:
Every 5-15 minutes
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Journey Time:
~62 minutes
💰 Fare Information
💵
Standard:
INR 54
🎟️
Discounted:
INR 49
💳
Smart Card:
10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.
🚉 Station-by-Station Guide
1
IGI Airport
Orange Line
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Next:
delhi_aerocity
(6 min)
2
Delhi Aerocity
Orange Line
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Next:
dhaula_kuan
(12 min)
3
Dhaula Kuan
Orange Line
→
Next:
shivaji_stadium
(12 min)
4
Shivaji Stadium
Orange Line
→
Next:
new_delhi
(3 min)
5
New Delhi
Orange Line
🏁
Terminal Station
6
New Delhi
Yellow Line
→
Next:
rajiv_chowk
(2 min)
7
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
patel_chowk
(2 min)
8
Patel Chowk
Yellow Line
→
Next:
central_secretariat
(1 min)
9
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line
→
Next:
udyog_bhawan
(0 min)
10
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line
→
Next:
lok_kalyan_marg
(2 min)
11
Lok Kalyan Marg
Yellow Line
→
Next:
jor_bagh
(2 min)
12
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line
→
Next:
ina
(2 min)
13
INA
Yellow Line
🏁
Terminal Station
14
INA
Pink Line
→
Next:
sarojini_nagar
(2 min)
15
Sarojini Nagar
Pink Line
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Next:
bhikaji_cama_place
(2 min)
16
Bhikaji Cama Place
Pink Line
→
Next:
sir_vishweshwaraiah_moti_bagh
(2 min)
17
Sir Vishweshwaraiah Moti Bagh
Pink Line
→
Next:
durgabai_deshmukh_south_campus
(2 min)
18
Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus
Pink Line
🏁
Terminal Station
📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown
📏
Distance:
3.44 km
⏱️
Time:
6 min
📏
Distance:
6.23 km
⏱️
Time:
12 min
📏
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:
1.09 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🔄
Transfer:
Pink Line
📏
Distance:
1.22 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.50 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
📏
Distance:
1.35 km
⏱️
Time:
2 min
🏢 Station Facilities
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
ATMs
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:
Toilets
Available facilities:
ATMs
Available facilities:
Parking
Available facilities:
Toilets
Available facilities:
Parking
ATMs
💡 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 IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 31 km. You need to change trains at New Delhi.
Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from IGI Airport?
A: The first metro from IGI Airport 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 IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 62 minutes under normal conditions, covering 31 km across 16 stations.
Fare & Tickets
Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus?
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 IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus drops from INR 54 to INR 49.
Station Facilities
Q: What facilities are available at IGI Airport metro station?
A: IGI Airport is equipped with: Parking. The station has been operational since 2011.
Q: What facilities are available at Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus metro station?
A: Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus offers: Parking, ATMs. It has been operational since 2018.
🏁 Conclusion
The Delhi Metro route from IGI Airport to Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus is a 31 km, 62-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.