About IGI Airport
IGI Airport Metro Station is the Airport Express Line's terminal at Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 3, one of the world's largest and most modern airport terminals. The station is built directly beneath the departures forecourt of T3, offering a seamless transition from the metro to the check-in halls above.
The journey from New Delhi station takes just 19 minutes, making this the fastest city-centre to airport rail connection in India. The station is fully integrated with T3's arrivals and departures levels via escalators, lifts, and covered walkways, and is the clear preferred option for punctual, stress-free airport travel.
For arriving passengers, the metro provides an affordable and fixed-time alternative to the often congested taxi queue, with trains departing every 10–15 minutes throughout the day.
Nearest Metro to IGI Airport T3 International and Domestic Departures
If you are heading to IGI Airport T3 International and Domestic Departures, IGI Airport is your closest metro stop on the Airport Express. It also gives easy access to Aerocity (previous stop) and Duty Free Shopping inside T3. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Traveller Tips
- 1Allow 2.5–3 hours before your flight - the 19-minute journey plus check-in time.
- 2The Airport Express first train is at 04:45 - ideal for very early morning flights.
- 3Arriving passengers: buy a token or use your Smart Card at the platform machine before boarding toward New Delhi.
- 4T1 is NOT served by this station - for T1 flights, take a cab from IGI Airport station or Aerocity.