How long does it take from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport by metro?

The journey from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport takes approximately 73 minutes by Delhi Metro, covering 30.06 km across 17 stops.

What is the metro fare from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

The token fare from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport is ₹50. With a smart card the fare is ₹45 (save ₹5). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹40.

Which platform at Sector 42–43 for Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

At Sector 42–43, board from Platform 2 (elevated station). The train runs towards Phase 3. Look for the electronic board showing "Phase 3".

What is the last train from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

The last train from Sector 42–43 towards Phase 3 departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Terminal 1 - IGI Airport back towards Sector 42–43 departs at 22:00.

How many stops from Sector 42–43 to Terminal 1 - IGI Airport?

There are 17 stops between Sector 42–43 and Terminal 1 - IGI Airport on the Rapid Metro. The stations are: Sector 42–43, Phase 1, Sikanderpur.

Sector 42–43 To Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

ShortestShortest Route

Sector 42–43

Platform 2·elevated·Rapid MetroTowards Phase 3

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Phase 1

+3.34 min

3.34 min · 1.56 km

Sikanderpur

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·elevated2.19 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 22:00

interchange Sikanderpur — 5 min

Platform 3 · Yellow Line ·Platform 1 Towards Samaypur Badli

+5 min

Sikanderpur

rapid interchange

Platform 1·elevated·Yellow LineTowards Samaypur Badli

First train: 06:01Last train: 23:05Doors open: right

Guru Dronacharya

+1.85 min

1.85 min · 0.74 km

Arjan Garh

+6.71 min

4.86 min · 2.4 km

Saket

+24.79 min

3.52 min · 1.66 km

Malviya Nagar

+27.09 min

2.3 min · 0.99 km

Hauz Khas

magenta interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground14.37 km

First train: 06:22Last train: 23:31

interchange Hauz Khas — 5 min

Platform 1 · Magenta Line ·Platform 3 Towards Janakpuri West

+5 min

Hauz Khas

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Magenta LineTowards Janakpuri West

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:10Doors open: right

IIT

+3.08 min

3.08 min · 1.42 km

R.K. Puram

+7.14 min

4.06 min · 1.96 km

Vasant Vihar

+13.9 min

3.66 min · 1.74 km

Shankar Vihar

+17.6 min

3.7 min · 1.76 km

Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

Arrive Platform 1·elevated13.5 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

73 min

Total time

stops

30.06 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Sector 42–43	06:00	23:00	Towards Phase 3
Terminal 1 - IGI Airport	06:00	23:00	Towards Sector 42–43

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹50

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹45

Save ₹5 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹40

Save ₹10 per ride

Use your Delhi Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

4.06 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.86 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~120 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹50

Bike

₹190

Auto

₹390

Cab

₹712

Estimates for 30.06 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Kashmere GateNew Delhi

Departure station

Sector 42–43

elevated

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Arrival station

Terminal 1 - IGI Airport

elevated

Weekdays: 06:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points