Journey type
Airport
Journey summary
Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)
Line-by-line directions for this trip
AirportComplex cross-network journey
Travelling from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 70 minutes covering 19 stations and 2 interchanges. The standard token fare is ₹64 (or ₹58 with a Smart Card).
Travel Time
70 min
Standard Fare
₹64
Smart Card
₹58
Interchanges
2
Total Stations
19
Distance
33.7 km
First and last train times use reported Botanical Garden timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.
Route plan
Start on Blue Line (Main) towards Dwarka Sector 21 from Botanical Garden. Change 2 times before reaching IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3).
Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.
This route begins near the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station and continues across the Delhi NCR metro network.
Blue Line (Main)Board for 13 stations
Towards Dwarka Sector 21
Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk
Change to Yellow Line at Rajiv Chowk
Yellow LineContinue for 1 station
Towards Samaypur Badli
Rajiv Chowk to New Delhi
Change to Airport Express Line at New Delhi
Airport Express LineContinue for 4 stations
Towards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25
New Delhi to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)
Route at a glance
Calculated network summary
This summary is calculated for Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)from the ordered station and line graph used by the planner.
Lines used
Blue Line (Main) → Yellow Line → Airport Express Line
Network changes
2 interchanges
Interchange sequence: Rajiv Chowk → New Delhi.
Practical planning note: Confirm the airline terminal before leaving and keep additional time for terminal access and security.
Line and station naming reference: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation operational network map
Reference reviewed 9 August 2026. Fare and travel time remain planner estimates; check official live notices before travelling.
Route Timeline
Blue Line (Main)Board for 13 stationsTowards Dwarka Sector 21
Botanical Garden
Start journey on Blue Line (Main) towards Dwarka Sector 21
Rajiv Chowk
Change to Yellow Line
Yellow LineContinue for 1 stationTowards Samaypur Badli
New Delhi
Change to Airport Express Line
Airport Express LineContinue for 4 stationsTowards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25
Destination station
IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)
Airport Express Line
Parking
Not confirmed in our data
ATM
Recorded as available
Toilet
Recorded as available
Lift
Recorded as available
Escalator
Recorded as available
Useful exits
- Main Gate: In front of Pillar No.10&11; Airport arrival
Accessibility information
- Main Gate: In front of Pillar No.10&11; Airport arrival
DMRC published reference; verify current gate and lift status on arrival.
Facilities reported along this route
Stations where our current data records selected passenger facilities. Confirm essential facilities before travel.
Parking
11 stationsATM
15 stationsToilet
19 stationsJourney overview
This calculated journey covers approximately 33.7 km and 18 stops. The planner estimates 70 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹64. It uses 3 line sections with 2 interchanges.
Route character
This route from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) crosses 3 line sections. It is most useful when you follow the interchange order below and check the terminal direction shown for each onward train before boarding.
Complex cross-network journey: Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.
This route begins near the area around Botanic Garden Bus Station and continues across the Delhi NCR metro network.
This route's line signature is Blue Line (Main) (Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk), Yellow Line (Rajiv Chowk to New Delhi), Airport Express Line (New Delhi to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)). The first stations in travel order are Botanical Garden, Noida Sector 18, Noida Sector 16, Noida Sector 15, New Ashok Nagar, Mayur Vihar Extension, and more, which helps make this station pair distinct from other journeys using some of the same interchange hubs.
Line-by-line summary
- Ride the Blue Line (Main) from Botanical Garden to Rajiv Chowk towards Dwarka Sector 21. This section covers 13 stops.
- Ride the Yellow Line from Rajiv Chowk to New Delhi towards Samaypur Badli. This section covers 1 stops.
- Ride the Airport Express Line from New Delhi to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) towards Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector 25. This section covers 4 stops.
Interchange guidance
- Change lines inside Rajiv Chowk. Follow signs for the next line and its displayed terminal direction; interchange walking time varies by platform.
- Change lines inside New Delhi. Follow signs for the next line and its displayed terminal direction; interchange walking time varies by platform.
Origin and destination station details
Origin station
Leaving Botanical Garden
Botanical Garden is interchange station in noida metro network.
- Address / access area
- Botanical Garden Metro Station; access reference: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg
- Parking
- Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
- Accessibility reference
- 4 published accessible entry or gate references; verify live lift and gate status.
- Station hours / first and last train
- DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.
Nearby: Botanic Garden Bus Station, Noida Botanical Garden, Shaheed Smarak Smriti Park.
Destination station
Arriving at IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)
IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) is metro station on the airport express line.
- Address / access area
- IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) Metro Station; access reference: In front of Pillar No.10&11; Airport arrival
- Parking
- Not confirmed in the reviewed station data.
- Accessibility reference
- 1 published accessible entry or gate reference; verify live lift and gate status.
- Station hours / first and last train
- DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.
Useful gate context
Botanical Garden gates
Gate No. 1: Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg | Gate No. 4: Multilevel parking
IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) gates
Main Gate: In front of Pillar No.10&11; Airport arrival
Stations on this route
These stations are listed in travel order using the same network data as the route calculation.
Fare and journey time are planning estimates. Platform numbers, live disruptions and gate availability can change, so confirm the line name and terminal direction on station displays before boarding.
Related routes
Open related route pages from the same origin, destination and interchange network to compare alternate Delhi Metro journeys.
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Fare Options
Estimated fare by payment type. Eligibility, operator rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.
Calculate another Delhi Metro fareStandard fare (QR ticket)
Standard estimated fare
₹64
Smart card / NCMC fare
Estimated smart card fare
₹58
Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)
Estimated fare where eligible
₹51.2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the metro route from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
The metro route from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) has 19 stations, 33.7 km approximate distance and 2 interchanges. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.
How much is the fare from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹64.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹58.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹51.2. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.
How long does it take from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
The estimated travel time is 70 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.
Which metro line should I board from Botanical Garden?
Board the Blue Line (Main) from Botanical Garden towards Dwarka Sector 21.
Where do I change metro between Botanical Garden and IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
You need to change metro at Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi on this route.
How many stations are there from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
There are 19 stations on the route from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3), including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 18 metro stops between the two stations.
Which metro lines are used from Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
This route uses Blue Line (Main), Yellow Line, Airport Express Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.
What are the stations between Botanical Garden and IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
Stations on this route are Botanical Garden, Noida Sector 18, Noida Sector 16, Noida Sector 15, New Ashok Nagar, Mayur Vihar Extension, Mayur Vihar Phase-1, Akshardham, Yamuna Bank, Indraprastha, Supreme Court, Mandi House, Barakhamba Road, Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3).
What kind of metro journey is Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3)?
Botanical Garden to IGI Airport (Terminal 2 & 3) is best described here as a complex cross-network journey. Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.
Which gate can help when starting from Botanical Garden?
Botanical Garden currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 1 for Captain Vijayant Thapar Marg; Gate No. 4 for Multilevel parking. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.