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Indira Gandhi International Airport

Delhi, New Delhi (NCT)

~72 million per year (2023), largest airport in India 3 terminals 3 runways (09/27, 10/28, 11/29)
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Did you know?IGI Airport T3 is one of Asia's largest terminal buildings, spanning 5.4 km of corridor with 78 aerobridges.

Terminal Guide

Terminal 1 (T1)
Domestic
IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air (select domestic flights)
Terminal 2 (T2)
Domestic
Currently closed / under refurbishment
Terminal 3 (T3)
Domestic + International
Air India, Vistara, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa, British Airways, and most international carriers. Also handles Air India domestic flights.

Getting to/from Delhi Airport

Metro (Airport Express)
Delhi Metro Airport Express (Orange Line) connects T3 to New Delhi Railway Station in ~20 min. Stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport.
⏱ 20–25 min from Connaught Place ₹ ₹60 (Metro)
Taxi / Cab
Pre-paid taxi counters in Arrivals. Ola and Uber available at designated pickup zones outside Arrivals.
⏱ 30–60 min depending on traffic ₹ ₹300–700 (to central Delhi)
Bus
DIMTS Airport buses (567, 780A, 757, 764) connect T1 and T3 to various Delhi bus stops.
⏱ 45–90 min ₹ ₹25–75

Airport Facilities

IATA Code
DEL
Annual passengers
~72 million per year (2023), largest airport in India
Runways
3 runways (09/27, 10/28, 11/29). Can handle up to 90 million+ passengers per year at full capacity.

Lounges

T3 has multiple lounges: Plaza Premium Lounge (airside), Air India Maharaja Lounge (Business/First), multiple partner lounges. T1 has basic lounges. Most credit cards provide lounge access.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the full name of Delhi airport?

The full name is Indira Gandhi International Airport, IATA code DEL. It serves Delhi, New Delhi (NCT).

How many terminals does Delhi airport have?

Indira Gandhi International Airport has 3 terminals: Terminal 1 (T1), Terminal 2 (T2), Terminal 3 (T3). Terminal 1 (T1): IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air (select domestic flights). Terminal 2 (T2): Currently closed / under refurbishment. Terminal 3 (T3): Air India, Vistara, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa, British Airways, and most international carriers. Also handles Air India domestic flights..

How do I get from Delhi airport to the city?

Metro (Airport Express): Delhi Metro Airport Express (Orange Line) connects T3 to New Delhi Railway Station in ~20 min. Stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, Delhi Aerocity, IGI Airport. (approx. 20–25 min from Connaught Place, ₹60 (Metro)). Taxi / Cab: Pre-paid taxi counters in Arrivals. Ola and Uber available at designated pickup zones outside Arrivals. (approx. 30–60 min depending on traffic, ₹300–700 (to central Delhi)). Bus: DIMTS Airport buses (567, 780A, 757, 764) connect T1 and T3 to various Delhi bus stops. (approx. 45–90 min, ₹25–75).

Are there airport lounges at Delhi airport?

T3 has multiple lounges: Plaza Premium Lounge (airside), Air India Maharaja Lounge (Business/First), multiple partner lounges. T1 has basic lounges. Most credit cards provide lounge access.

Which airlines fly from Delhi airport?

Airlines operating from Indira Gandhi International Airport include: IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air (select domestic flights); Currently closed / under refurbishment; Air India, Vistara, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad, Lufthansa, British Airways, and most international carriers. Also handles Air India domestic flights..

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