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Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) Delhi Metro Route

18 stations~54 min₹862 interchanges

The Delhi Metro route from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) covers 18 stations in approximately 54 minutes. The fare is ₹86 with a token and ₹78 with a smart card. This route uses Magenta Line (Line 8) and Blue Line (Line 3) and Airport Express (Orange Line) with 2 interchanges: change at Janakpuri West from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Blue Line (Line 3); change at Dwarka Sector 21 from Blue Line (Line 3) to Airport Express (Orange Line). The total distance is 24.1 km. Also known as: Airport (T-3) (IGI Airport Terminal 3). The first train from Ashok Vihar leaves at about 5:08 AM (Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Botanical Garden) and reaches Airport (T-3) around 7:01 AM. The last departure from Ashok Vihar that still reaches Airport (T-3) is at about 10:29 PM; later trains leave Ashok Vihar but miss the last connection.

Stations, fares and timings checked against official data as of March 2026. Source: DMRC. Timings can vary on weekends and holidays.

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Stations

~54 min

Travel Time

24.1 km

Distance

₹86

Token Fare

Interchanges

Step-by-Step Directions

18 stations

2 interchanges

~54 min

₹86 / ₹78

Magenta Line (Line 8)4 stn

Towards Botanical Garden

Change to Blue Line (Line 3)

~7 min (walk + wait)

Blue Line (Line 3)14 stn

Towards Dwarka Sector 21

Change to Airport Express (Orange Line)

~9 min (walk + wait)

Airport Express (Orange Line)2 stn

Towards New Delhi

Dwarka Sector 21

Airport (T-3)

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Fare Details: Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3)

Token / QR Ticket

₹86

Smart Card

₹78

~10% discount

Metro Timings

4:45 AM – 11:20 PM

Daily, including weekends

Daily Commute Cost

Trip	Token	Smart card
One way	₹86	₹78
Return (daily)	₹172	₹156
Monthly (22 working days)	₹3,784	₹3,432

Fare Breakdown by Network

Delhi Metro~18.6 km, 17 stn

₹43/ ₹39

Airport Express~5.5 km, 2 stn

₹43/ ₹39

Combined Total₹86 / ₹78

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro fare from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3)?

The metro fare from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) is ₹86 with a token or QR ticket and ₹78 with a smart card.

How long does it take from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) by metro?

The metro journey from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) takes approximately 54 minutes over 18 stations, including time to change lines.

Which metro line goes from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3)?

This route uses Magenta Line (Line 8) and Blue Line (Line 3) and Airport Express (Orange Line). You need to change 2 times: at Janakpuri West from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Blue Line (Line 3); at Dwarka Sector 21 from Blue Line (Line 3) to Airport Express (Orange Line).

Which train should I board at Ashok Vihar for Airport (T-3)?

At Ashok Vihar, board the Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Botanical Garden. At Janakpuri West, change to the Blue Line (Line 3) towards Dwarka Sector 21. At Dwarka Sector 21, change to the Airport Express (Orange Line) towards New Delhi. Get off at Airport (T-3).

Is there a direct metro from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3)?

No. There is no single line between Ashok Vihar and Airport (T-3); the fastest route has 2 interchanges (at Janakpuri West, Dwarka Sector 21).

How many stations are between Ashok Vihar and Airport (T-3)?

There are 18 stations on the metro route from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3), including both the starting and ending stations.

What is the distance from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) by metro?

The distance from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) along the metro route is about 24.1 km.

What is the first and last metro from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3)?

The first train from Ashok Vihar leaves at about 5:08 AM (Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Botanical Garden) and reaches Airport (T-3) around 7:01 AM. The last departure from Ashok Vihar that still reaches Airport (T-3) is at about 10:29 PM; later trains leave Ashok Vihar but miss the last connection. Timings can vary on weekends and holidays.

How much does a daily metro commute from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) cost?

A return trip costs ₹156 with a smart card (₹172 with tokens). Over 22 working days that is about ₹3,432 a month by smart card, against ₹3,784 with tokens.

How to travel from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) by Delhi Metro

The Delhi Metro route from Ashok Vihar to Airport (T-3) covers 18 stations (24.1 km) with an estimated travel time of ~54 minutes. The fare is ₹86 with a token and ₹78 with a smart card.

This route requires 2 interchanges: change from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Blue Line (Line 3) at Janakpuri West; change from Blue Line (Line 3) to Airport Express (Orange Line) at Dwarka Sector 21. Follow the interchange signs at the station to switch platforms.

The Delhi Metro operates daily from 4:45 AM – 11:20 PM. Trains run every 2–5 minutes during peak hours and every 5–10 minutes during off-peak hours. We recommend using a smart card for faster entry and a discount on fares.

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