Indira Gandhi International Airport public transport guide

New Delhi4 routesUpdated 2026-08-28

Getting to and from Indira Gandhi International Airport by public transport, without the guesswork. Indira Gandhi International Airport keeps things simple, with a handful of public transport options to choose from — two in total. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

Delhi Metro operates the Airport Express Line, a dedicated high-speed rail link connecting Indira Gandhi International Airport to central New Delhi. The elevated and underground line offers a fast alternative to road transport, with dedicated luggage space and direct access to Terminal 3. Trains run at frequent intervals throughout the day.

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Airport Express Line

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High-speed metro line linking Indira Gandhi International Airport (Terminal 3) directly to New Delhi Railway Station, with intermediate stops serving Aerocity, Dhaula Kuan and central Delhi, and onward extension to Dwarka in the southwest of the city.

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IGI AirportDelhi AerocityDhaula KuanShivaji StadiumNew DelhiDwarka Sector 21Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector - 25

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Delhi Transport Corporation

Delhi Transport Corporation, the government-owned bus operator for the National Capital Territory of Delhi, runs a network of dedicated airport bus services connecting Indira Gandhi International Airport to inter-state bus terminals and metro stations across the city, offering a low-cost alternative to the metro and taxis for travellers.

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AIRPORT EXP. 4 / 729B

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Dedicated airport express bus route connecting IGI Airport Terminal 3 with Kashmere Gate ISBT, the city's main inter-state bus terminal, running frequent trips throughout the day in both directions.

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IGI Airport Terminal 3New Delhi Railway Station (Gate 2)Kashmere Gate ISBT City Terminal

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AIR-5

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Airport bus route linking IGI Airport with Azadpur Metro Station in north Delhi, providing a connection between the airport and the Delhi Metro Yellow Line for onward city travel.

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IGI AirportAzadpur Metro StationMangla Puri

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