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Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala Delhi Metro Route

16 stations~44 min₹432 interchanges

The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala covers 16 stations in approximately 44 minutes. The fare is ₹43 with a token and ₹39 with a smart card. This route uses Magenta Line (Line 8) and Pink Line (Line 7) and Red Line (Line 1) with 2 interchanges: change at Majlis Park from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Pink Line (Line 7); change at Netaji Subhash Place from Pink Line (Line 7) to Red Line (Line 1). The total distance is 21 km. Also known as: Terminal 1 IGI Airport (IGI Airport Terminal 1). The first train from Terminal 1 IGI Airport leaves at about 5:44 AM (Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Deepali Chowk) and reaches Rithala around 6:28 AM. The last departure from Terminal 1 IGI Airport that still reaches Rithala is at about 10:53 PM; later trains leave Terminal 1 IGI Airport 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

~44 min

Travel Time

21 km

Distance

₹43

Token Fare

Interchanges

Step-by-Step Directions

16 stations

2 interchanges

~44 min

₹43 / ₹39

Magenta Line (Line 8)8 stn

Towards Deepali Chowk

Terminal 1 IGI Airport

Sadar Bazar Cantonment

Palam

Dashrath Puri

Dabri Mor - South Janakpuri

Krishna Park Extension

Janakpuri West

Majlis Park

Change to Pink Line (Line 7)

~6 min (walk + wait)

Pink Line (Line 7)4 stn

Clockwise

Change to Red Line (Line 1)

~6 min (walk + wait)

Red Line (Line 1)6 stn

Towards Rithala

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Fare Details: Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala

Token / QR Ticket

₹43

Smart Card

₹39

~10% discount

Metro Timings

5:00 AM – 11:20 PM

Daily, including weekends

Daily Commute Cost

Trip	Token	Smart card
One way	₹43	₹39
Return (daily)	₹86	₹78
Monthly (22 working days)	₹1,892	₹1,716

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala?

The metro fare from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala is ₹43 with a token or QR ticket and ₹39 with a smart card.

How long does it take from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala by metro?

The metro journey from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala takes approximately 44 minutes over 16 stations, including time to change lines.

Which metro line goes from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala?

This route uses Magenta Line (Line 8) and Pink Line (Line 7) and Red Line (Line 1). You need to change 2 times: at Majlis Park from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Pink Line (Line 7); at Netaji Subhash Place from Pink Line (Line 7) to Red Line (Line 1).

Which train should I board at Terminal 1 IGI Airport for Rithala?

At Terminal 1 IGI Airport, board the Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Deepali Chowk. At Majlis Park, change to the Pink Line (Line 7) Clockwise. At Netaji Subhash Place, change to the Red Line (Line 1) towards Rithala. Get off at Rithala.

Is there a direct metro from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala?

No. There is no single line between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Rithala; the fastest route has 2 interchanges (at Majlis Park, Netaji Subhash Place).

How many stations are between Terminal 1 IGI Airport and Rithala?

There are 16 stations on the metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala, including both the starting and ending stations.

What is the distance from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala by metro?

The distance from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala along the metro route is about 21 km.

What is the first and last metro from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala?

The first train from Terminal 1 IGI Airport leaves at about 5:44 AM (Magenta Line (Line 8) towards Deepali Chowk) and reaches Rithala around 6:28 AM. The last departure from Terminal 1 IGI Airport that still reaches Rithala is at about 10:53 PM; later trains leave Terminal 1 IGI Airport but miss the last connection. Timings can vary on weekends and holidays.

How much does a daily metro commute from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala cost?

A return trip costs ₹78 with a smart card (₹86 with tokens). Over 22 working days that is about ₹1,716 a month by smart card, against ₹1,892 with tokens.

How to travel from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala by Delhi Metro

The Delhi Metro route from Terminal 1 IGI Airport to Rithala covers 16 stations (21 km) with an estimated travel time of ~44 minutes. The fare is ₹43 with a token and ₹39 with a smart card.

This route requires 2 interchanges: change from Magenta Line (Line 8) to Pink Line (Line 7) at Majlis Park; change from Pink Line (Line 7) to Red Line (Line 1) at Netaji Subhash Place. Follow the interchange signs at the station to switch platforms.

The Delhi Metro operates daily from 5:00 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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Trip

Token

Smart card

One way

₹43

₹39

Return (daily)

₹86

₹78

Monthly (22 working days)

₹1,892

₹1,716