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Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) Delhi Metro Route

17 stations~44 min₹861 interchange

The Delhi Metro route from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) covers 17 stations in approximately 44 minutes. The fare is ₹86 with a token and ₹78 with a smart card. This route uses Blue Line (Line 3) and Airport Express (Orange Line) with 1 interchange: change at Dwarka Sector 21 from Blue Line (Line 3) to Airport Express (Orange Line). The total distance is 21.4 km. Also known as: Airport (T-3) (IGI Airport Terminal 3). The first train from Tilak Nagar leaves at about 6:17 AM (Blue Line (Line 3) towards Dwarka Sector 21) and reaches Airport (T-3) around 7:01 AM. The last departure from Tilak Nagar that still reaches Airport (T-3) is at about 10:39 PM; later trains leave Tilak Nagar 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

21.4 km

Distance

₹86

Token Fare

Interchange

Step-by-Step Directions

17 stations

1 interchange

~44 min

₹86 / ₹78

Blue Line (Line 3)16 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: Tilak Nagar 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~15.9 km, 16 stn

₹43/ ₹39

Airport Express~5.5 km, 2 stn

₹43/ ₹39

Combined Total₹86 / ₹78

Cheaper Alternative Route

This route costs less but takes more stations/time.

₹75 token / ₹68 card11 stations~48 min2 interchanges

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the metro fare from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3)?

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

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

The metro journey from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) takes approximately 44 minutes over 17 stations, including time to change lines.

Which metro line goes from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3)?

This route uses Blue Line (Line 3) and Airport Express (Orange Line). You need to change 1 time: at Dwarka Sector 21 from Blue Line (Line 3) to Airport Express (Orange Line).

Which train should I board at Tilak Nagar for Airport (T-3)?

At Tilak Nagar, board 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 Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3)?

No. There is no single line between Tilak Nagar and Airport (T-3); the fastest route has 1 interchange (at Dwarka Sector 21).

How many stations are between Tilak Nagar and Airport (T-3)?

There are 17 stations on the metro route from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3), including both the starting and ending stations.

What is the distance from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) by metro?

The distance from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) along the metro route is about 21.4 km.

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

The first train from Tilak Nagar leaves at about 6:17 AM (Blue Line (Line 3) towards Dwarka Sector 21) and reaches Airport (T-3) around 7:01 AM. The last departure from Tilak Nagar that still reaches Airport (T-3) is at about 10:39 PM; later trains leave Tilak Nagar but miss the last connection. Timings can vary on weekends and holidays.

How much does a daily metro commute from Tilak Nagar 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 Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) by Delhi Metro

The Delhi Metro route from Tilak Nagar to Airport (T-3) covers 17 stations (21.4 km) with an estimated travel time of ~44 minutes. The fare is ₹86 with a token and ₹78 with a smart card.

This route requires 1 interchange: 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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