Delhi Airport (DEL) — Live Departures Today
Indira Gandhi International Airport — Delhi IGI has three active terminals and IndiGo operates from all three depending on the flight. Always check your boarding pass or the airline app for your confirmed terminal before leaving for the airport. Allow 30–40 min for inter-terminal transfer if needed.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Terminals at Delhi Airport
| Terminal | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 (T1D / T1A) | Domestic only | Domestic terminal used by IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa Air for some flights. T1D is departures; T1A is arrivals. Partially affected by the June 2024 roof collapse — some airlines were shifted to T2/T3. |
| Terminal 2 | Domestic only | Pressed back into service after the June 2024 T1 roof collapse. Now handles overflow domestic operations for IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Akasa on select flights. Previously used by Go First (now defunct). |
| Terminal 3 (T3) | Domestic + International | Main terminal — handles all international flights and all Air India domestic and international flights. At 5.4 million sq ft, it is one of the largest terminals in the world. |
Airlines departing from Delhi Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | T1, T2, or T3 — check boarding pass | Variable — check boarding pass |
| SG | T1 or T2 — check boarding pass | Variable — check boarding pass |
| QP | Terminal 1 (T1D) or Terminal 2 | Variable — check boarding pass |
| AI | Terminal 3 (T3) | Air India operates all domestic and international Delhi flights from Terminal 3. The AI Maharaja Lounge is at T3. T3 is |
| IX | Terminal 3 (T3) | Air India Express (AIX) flights from Delhi use Terminal 3. |
| EK | Terminal 3 (T3) | Emirates operates daily flights from T3 (EK511/EK512). Emirates Lounge is in the international departure area of T3. |
| QR | Terminal 3 (T3) | Qatar Airways operates from T3, with onward connections at Doha (DOH). |
| EY | Terminal 3 (T3) | Etihad Airways operates from T3 with connections via Abu Dhabi (AUH). |
| SQ | Terminal 3 (T3) | Singapore Airlines and Scoot both operate from T3. |
| G9 | Terminal 3 (T3) | Air Arabia uses T3 for flights to Sharjah (SHJ). |
| FZ | Terminal 3 (T3) | flydubai operates from Terminal 3 with flights to Dubai (DXB). |
Tracking Delhi airport departures
For real-time Delhi airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Delhi: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Delhi airport note: Delhi IGI has three active terminals and IndiGo operates from all three depending on the flight. Always check your boarding pass or the airline app for your confirmed terminal before leaving for the airport. Allow 30–40 min for inter-terminal transfer if needed.
Getting to Delhi airport: Delhi Metro Airport Express connects T3 to New Delhi station in ~20 min (fare ₹60–100). T1 and T2 do NOT have direct metro access — take the Airport Express to Shivaji Stadium/New Delhi and then a cab, or take the dedicated DMRC shuttle bus from Dwarka Sector 21 metro station. T1 and T3 are ~8 km apart.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Delhi airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For DEL-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Delhi airport?
Approximately 11+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Delhi airport (DEL), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes.
How many terminals does Delhi airport have?
Delhi airport (DEL) has 3 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3. Terminal assignments by airline are listed above. ALWAYS check your boarding pass for the correct terminal — assignments occasionally change.
How early should I arrive at Delhi airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Delhi (DEL): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Delhi airport?
Delhi airport's IATA code is DEL. The full official airport name is Indira Gandhi International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Delhi airport from the city?
Delhi Metro Airport Express connects T3 to New Delhi station in ~20 min (fare ₹60–100). T1 and T2 do NOT have direct metro access — take the Airport Express to Shivaji Stadium/New Delhi and then a cab, or take the dedicated DMRC shuttle bus from Dwarka Sector 21 metro station. T1 and T3 are ~8 km apart.
How early does web check-in open at Delhi airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 24 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.