Journey summary

Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk

Line-by-line directions for this trip

AirportMulti-line journey

Travelling from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk on the Delhi Metro takes approximately 50 minutes covering 16 stations and 1 interchange. The standard token fare is ₹54 (or ₹49 with a Smart Card).

Return journey

Travel Time

50 min

Standard Fare

₹54

Smart Card

₹49

Interchanges

Total Stations

Distance

25.5 km

First and last train times use reported Terminal 1-IGI Airport timing data. Direction-wise timing can vary by line and destination.

Route plan

Start on Magenta Line towards Botanical Garden from Terminal 1-IGI Airport. Change 1 time before reaching Rajiv Chowk.

Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.

This route is one of the mapped metro approaches to the area around Rajiv Chowk Central Park.

Magenta LineBoard for 6 stations

Towards Botanical Garden

Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Hauz Khas

Change to Yellow Line at Hauz Khas

Yellow LineContinue for 9 stations

Towards Samaypur Badli

Hauz Khas to Rajiv Chowk

Route at a glance

Calculated network summary

This summary is calculated for Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowkfrom the ordered station and line graph used by the planner.

Journey type

Airport

Lines used

Magenta Line → Yellow Line

Network changes

1 interchange

Interchange sequence: Hauz Khas.

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

Magenta LineBoard for 6 stationsTowards Botanical Garden

Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Start journey on Magenta Line towards Botanical Garden

Change to Yellow Line

Yellow LineContinue for 9 stationsTowards Samaypur Badli

Destination

Destination station

Rajiv Chowk

Yellow LineBlue Line (Main)

View station details

Parking

Not confirmed in our data

ATM

Recorded as available

Toilet

Recorded as available

Lift

Recorded as available

Escalator

Recorded as available

Nearby places

Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar, PVR Plaza

Useful exits

Gate No. 8: Radial Road-3, Panchkuian Road, A Block
Gate No. 7: Radial Road-2, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, A Block
Gate No. 6: Radial Road-1, Janpath Road, Palika Bazar

Accessibility information

Lift No.5: Near Gate No.1&2 of the Station; near Block B

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

1 station

Patel Chowk

ATM

8 stations

Terminal 1-IGI Airport Hauz Khas Green Park AIIMS Jor Bagh Central Secretariat+2 more

Toilet

14 stations

Terminal 1-IGI Airport Shankar Vihar Vasant Vihar Munirka IIT Hauz Khas+8 more

Journey overview

This calculated journey covers approximately 25.5 km and 15 stops. The planner estimates 50 minutes of travel and a standard estimated fare of ₹54. It uses 2 line sections with 1 interchange.

Route character

This route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk crosses 2 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.

Multi-line journey: Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.

This route is one of the mapped metro approaches to the area around Rajiv Chowk Central Park.

This route's line signature is Magenta Line (Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Hauz Khas), Yellow Line (Hauz Khas to Rajiv Chowk). The first stations in travel order are Terminal 1-IGI Airport, Shankar Vihar, Vasant Vihar, Kishan Garh, Munirka, IIT, 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 Magenta Line from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Hauz Khas towards Botanical Garden. This section covers 6 stops.
Ride the Yellow Line from Hauz Khas to Rajiv Chowk towards Samaypur Badli. This section covers 9 stops.

Interchange guidance

Change lines inside Hauz Khas. 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 Terminal 1-IGI Airport

Terminal 1-IGI Airport is metro station on the magenta line.

Address / access area: Terminal 1-IGI Airport Metro Station; access reference: Near Gate No.1 of the Station; towards Mehram Nagar
Parking: Not confirmed in the reviewed station data.
Accessibility reference: 3 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.

Full Terminal 1-IGI Airport station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Destination station

Arriving at Rajiv Chowk

Rajiv Chowk is underground interchange station.

Address / access area: Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001
Parking: Listed as available; confirm live access and vehicle rules.
Accessibility reference: 1 published accessible entry or gate reference; verify live lift and gate status.
Station hours / first and last train: Published station hours: 5:29 AM to 11:47 PM.; DMRC First/Last Train Time tool for this station pair and direction.

Nearby: Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar.

Full Rajiv Chowk station guide Source reviewed 20 August 2026

Useful gate context

Terminal 1-IGI Airport gates

Gate No. 3: Domestic arrivals, airport police station and G-5 Building | Gate No. 2: Terminal 1 parking, Mehram Nagar East and domestic departures

Rajiv Chowk gates

Gate No. 8: Radial Road-3, Panchkuian Road, A Block | Gate No. 7: Radial Road-2, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, A Block

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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Terminal 1-IGI Airport station guide Rajiv Chowk station guide

Fare Options

Estimated fare by payment type. Eligibility, operator rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

Calculate another Delhi Metro fare

Standard fare (QR ticket)

Standard estimated fare

Base

₹54

Smart card / NCMC fare

Estimated smart card fare

₹49

Discounted fare (off-peak / MJQRT)

Estimated fare where eligible

20% off

₹43.2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

The metro route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk has 16 stations, 25.5 km approximate distance and 1 interchange. Follow the station-by-station timeline for the complete route.

How much is the fare from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

The estimated standard fare for this route is ₹54.0. With a smart card or NCMC, the estimate is ₹49.0. The eligible off-peak/MJQRT estimate is ₹43.2. Operator eligibility rules and the final amount shown before payment take priority.

How long does it take from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

The estimated travel time is 50 minutes, including interchange time where applicable.

Which metro line should I board from Terminal 1-IGI Airport?

Board the Magenta Line from Terminal 1-IGI Airport towards Botanical Garden.

Where do I change metro between Terminal 1-IGI Airport and Rajiv Chowk?

You need to change metro at Hauz Khas on this route.

How many stations are there from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

There are 16 stations on the route from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk, including the starting and destination stations. This means there are 15 metro stops between the two stations.

Which metro lines are used from Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

This route uses Magenta Line, Yellow Line. Follow the route timeline to see where each line starts and where to change trains.

What are the stations between Terminal 1-IGI Airport and Rajiv Chowk?

Stations on this route are Terminal 1-IGI Airport, Shankar Vihar, Vasant Vihar, Kishan Garh, Munirka, IIT, Hauz Khas, Green Park, AIIMS, Dilli Haat INA, Jor Bagh, Lok Kalyan Marg, Udyog Bhawan, Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk.

What kind of metro journey is Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk?

Terminal 1-IGI Airport to Rajiv Chowk is best described here as a multi-line journey. Useful for flyers comparing metro time, line changes and arrival planning before heading to the terminal.

Which gate can help when starting from Terminal 1-IGI Airport?

Terminal 1-IGI Airport currently has reported gate references such as Gate No. 3 for Domestic arrivals, airport police station and G-5 Building; Gate No. 2 for Terminal 1 parking, Mehram Nagar East and domestic departures. Station signboards and live gate operations should be treated as the final reference on the day of travel.

What is reported near Rajiv Chowk after this journey?

Reported nearby places around Rajiv Chowk include Connaught Place, Central Park, Janpath, Palika Bazar. Use the station exit and gate boards to match your final destination after arriving.