- Route: New Delhi ↔ Dwarka Sector 21, via IGI Airport Terminal 3 (Airport Express / Orange Line)
- Journey time: about 15–20 min, New Delhi ↔ IGI Airport (T3)
- Frequency: roughly every 10 min (peak) / 15 min (off-peak)
- Price (from): ₹60, New Delhi ↔ IGI Airport
- Operator: Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) — official site
- First / last train: about 05:00 / 23:40 from New Delhi
- Last verified: 18 June 2026 · check DMRC before travel
Overview
For one or two travellers with light bags, the Delhi Airport Express usually beats a taxi: ₹60 and a fixed 15–20 minutes versus a metered cab that can crawl for an hour in traffic. A taxi or Ola/Uber wins for groups, heavy luggage, late-night arrivals, or hotels far from a metro station.
Cost
Last verified: 18 June 2026. Fares and times change — always check the official DMRC site before you travel.
| Option | Typical cost, New Delhi ↔ T3 | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Express | ₹60 | Flat fare, no surge |
| Ola / Uber | Several times higher | Surge pricing at peaks and late night |
| Airport taxi | Higher still | Use the prepaid/official counter; agree the fare |
Time
The train is fixed at ~15–20 minutes New Delhi ↔ IGI Airport. A taxi is 30–75 minutes depending on traffic — unpredictable at rush hour.
When the taxi wins
- Groups of 3–4 sharing one cab — the per-person cost closes the gap.
- Heavy or multiple bags — no platforms, gates or transfers.
- Late arrivals after the last train (~23:40 from New Delhi).
- Door-to-door when your hotel is far from a metro station.
Break-even
Solo or as a couple, the Airport Express is the clear value pick. At three or four people sharing, a cab can match it on cost and beats it on convenience. Read the full Delhi Airport Express guide, or check whether it is worth it for your trip.