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🚆 Delhi Metro: Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station

The Delhi Metro journey from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station involves an interchange at Kalkaji Mandir — from the Magenta Line to the Violet Line. Total distance is 21 km with an estimated travel time of 42 minutes across 18 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Delhi Metro runs along the Magenta Line, with an interchange to the Violet Line at Kalkaji Mandir. Terminal 1-IGI Airport station has been operational since 2018.

🗺️ Delhi Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Delhi Metro route map to plan the journey from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Delhi Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~42 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 54
🎟️ Discounted: INR 49
💳 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 (1 min)
6

IIT

Magenta Line
→ Next: hauz_khas (3 min)
7

Hauz Khas

Magenta Line
→ Next: panchsheel_park (2 min)
8

Panchsheel Park

Magenta Line
→ Next: chirag_delhi (1 min)
9

Chirag Delhi

Magenta Line
→ Next: greater_kailash (1 min)
10

Greater Kailash

Magenta Line
→ Next: nehru_enclave (2 min)
11

Nehru Enclave

Magenta Line
→ Next: kalkaji_mandir (1 min)
12

Kalkaji Mandir

Magenta Line
🏁 Terminal Station
13

Kalkaji Mandir

Violet Line
→ Next: govind_puri (1 min)
14

Govind Puri

Violet Line
→ Next: harkesh_nagar_okhla (2 min)
15

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Violet Line
→ Next: jasola_apollo (1 min)
16

Jasola Apollo

Violet Line
→ Next: sarita_vihar (2 min)
17

Sarita Vihar

Violet Line
→ Next: mohan_estate (2 min)
18

Mohan Estate

Violet Line
→ Next: tughlakabad_station (3 min)
19

Tughlakabad Station

Violet 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

📏 Distance: 0.69 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
6

IIT → Hauz Khas

📏 Distance: 1.51 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

Hauz Khas → Panchsheel Park

📏 Distance: 1.40 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
8

Panchsheel Park → Chirag Delhi

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Chirag Delhi → Greater Kailash

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
10

Greater Kailash → Nehru Enclave

📏 Distance: 1.34 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Nehru Enclave → Kalkaji Mandir

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
13

Kalkaji Mandir → Govind Puri

📏 Distance: 0.75 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
🔄 Transfer: Violet Line
14

Govind Puri → Harkesh Nagar Okhla

📏 Distance: 1.06 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
15

Harkesh Nagar Okhla → Jasola Apollo

📏 Distance: 0.97 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
16

Jasola Apollo → Sarita Vihar

📏 Distance: 1.15 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
17

Sarita Vihar → Mohan Estate

📏 Distance: 1.20 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
18

Mohan Estate → Tughlakabad Station

📏 Distance: 1.93 km
⏱️ Time: 3 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
🚉

Hauz Khas

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Panchsheel Park

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Chirag Delhi

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Greater Kailash

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Nehru Enclave

Available facilities:
Toilets ATMs
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Kalkaji Mandir

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Govind Puri

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Harkesh Nagar Okhla

Available facilities:
Parking
🚉

Jasola Apollo

Available facilities:
Toilets
🚉

Sarita Vihar

Available facilities:
Parking ATMs
🚉

Mohan Estate

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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station on the Delhi Metro?
A: There are 18 stations on this route, covering 21 km. You need to change trains at Kalkaji Mandir.

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 Tughlakabad Station by Delhi Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 42 minutes under normal conditions, covering 21 km across 18 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Delhi Metro fare from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station?
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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station drops from INR 54 to INR 49.

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 Tughlakabad Station metro station?
A: Tughlakabad Station has standard metro facilities.

🏁 Conclusion

The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Tughlakabad Station is a 21 km, 42-minute journey with one interchange at Kalkaji Mandir. At INR 54 (or INR 49 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Delhi.

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