🚆 Delhi Metro: Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk

The Delhi Metro journey from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk involves an interchange at Hauz Khas — from the Magenta Line to the Yellow Line. Total distance is 19 km with an estimated travel time of 37 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. Terminal 1-IGI Airport station has been operational since 2018. Rajiv Chowk station opened in 2005.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
Journey Time: ~37 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 43
🎟️ Discounted: INR 39
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Magenta Line
Next: shankar_vihar (3 min)
2

Shankar Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: vasant_vihar (4 min)
3

Vasant Vihar

Magenta Line
Next: munirka (2 min)
4

Munirka

Magenta Line
Next: rk_puram (2 min)
5

R K Puram

Magenta Line
Next: iit_delhi (1 min)
6

IIT Delhi

Magenta Line
Next: hauz_khas (2 min)
7

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
8

Hauz Khas

Yellow Line
Next: green_park (3 min)
9

Green Park

Yellow Line
Next: aiims (1 min)
10

AIIMS

Yellow Line
Next: ina (1 min)
11

INA

Yellow Line
Next: jor_bagh (2 min)
12

Jor Bagh

Yellow Line
Next: lok_kalyan_marg (2 min)
13

Lok Kalyan Marg

Yellow Line
Next: udyog_bhawan (2 min)
14

Udyog Bhawan

Yellow Line
Next: central_secretariat (0 min)
15

Central Secretariat

Yellow Line
Next: patel_chowk (1 min)
16

Patel Chowk

Yellow Line
Next: rajiv_chowk (2 min)
17

Rajiv Chowk

Yellow Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Terminal 1-IGI Airport → Shankar Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.82 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
2

Shankar Vihar → Vasant Vihar

📏 Distance: 2.05 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
3

Vasant Vihar → Munirka

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
4

Munirka → Rk Puram

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
5

R K Puram → Iit Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

IIT Delhi → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.27 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Hauz Khas → Green Park

📏 Distance: 1.76 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
🔄 Transfer: Yellow Line
9

Green Park → Aiims

📏 Distance: 0.89 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

AIIMS → Ina

📏 Distance: 0.77 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
11

INA → Jor Bagh

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Jor Bagh → Lok Kalyan Marg

📏 Distance: 1.31 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Lok Kalyan Marg → Udyog Bhawan

📏 Distance: 1.45 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
14

Udyog Bhawan → Central Secretariat

📏 Distance: 0.49 km
⏱️ Time: N/A min
15

Central Secretariat → Patel Chowk

📏 Distance: 0.94 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Patel Chowk → Rajiv Chowk

📏 Distance: 1.17 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Shankar Vihar

Available facilities:
None
🚉

Vasant Vihar

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Munirka

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

R K Puram

Available facilities:
ATMs Toilets
🚉

IIT Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking Elevators
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Green Park

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

AIIMS

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

INA

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Jor Bagh

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Lok Kalyan Marg

Available facilities:
ATMs
🚉

Udyog Bhawan

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Central Secretariat

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Patel Chowk

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Rajiv Chowk

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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 19 km. You need to change trains at Hauz Khas.

Q: What is the first and last Delhi Metro from Terminal 1-IGI Airport?
A: The first metro from Terminal 1-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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 37 minutes under normal conditions, covering 19 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?
A: The standard token fare is INR 43. With a smart card, you pay INR 39 (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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk drops from INR 43 to INR 39.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Terminal 1-IGI Airport metro station?
A: Terminal 1-IGI Airport is equipped with: Toilets. The station has been operational since 2018.

Q: What facilities are available at Rajiv Chowk metro station?
A: Rajiv Chowk offers: Parking, ATMs. It has been operational since 2005.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk is a 19 km, 37-minute journey with one interchange at Hauz Khas. At INR 43 (or INR 39 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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