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Traveling Through DEL — Indira Gandhi International Airport

Indira Gandhi International Airport serves 3 terminals, 8 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.

78M passengers/year (2024) · Updated March 2026


📋 Key Facts for Your Trip

Essential info before you fly through DEL

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Terminals
3 terminals (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3)
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Domestic Check-in
45 minutes before departure
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International Check-in
3 hours before departure
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WiFi
Free Wi-Fi throughout all terminals
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Power Outlets
Available at most gates
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Annual Passengers
78M passengers/year (2024)

✈️ Airlines at DEL

Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel

Airline Terminal(s)
Air India Terminal 2Terminal 3
IndiGo Terminal 1
SpiceJet Terminal 1
Vistara Terminal 3
Emirates Terminal 3
British Airways Terminal 3
Lufthansa Terminal 3
Singapore Airlines Terminal 3

🚗 Getting To & From DEL

Ground transportation options for Delhi

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Rail / Train

Delhi Metro Airport Express Line: 20 min to New Delhi Railway Station, ₹60. Runs 5 AM to 11 PM.

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Bus / Shuttle

DMRC bus services to various Delhi areas

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Rideshare

Uber and Ola available; pickup from designated zones

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Taxi

Available at arrivals; prepaid taxis to various Delhi zones ₹400-800

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Parking

₹100/hour (long stay) · ₹200/hour (short stay)

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Rental Cars

Car rental counters in arrivals hall


🍽️ Inside DEL

Food, lounges, and shopping at Indira Gandhi International Airport

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Food & Dining

Before security: Indian and international food throughout · After security: Good selection; Terminal 3 has the best dining

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Lounges

Air India Maharaja Lounge (Terminal 3)Plaza Premium Lounge (Terminal 3)Encalm Lounge (Terminal 3, Priority Pass)

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Shopping

Indian handicrafts, textiles, spices, duty-free, jewelry


💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for DEL

Insider knowledge to make your time at Indira Gandhi International Airport smoother

  • 1 Terminal 3 is the main international terminal and the most modern
  • 2 The Airport Express Metro is the fastest and cheapest way to central Delhi
  • 3 Security at IGI can be slow — allow extra time, especially for international flights
  • 4 Terminal 1 is for budget domestic carriers; Terminal 3 for premium and international
  • 5 Duty-free prices for Indian handicrafts, textiles, and spices are good

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Frequently Asked Questions — DEL

How many terminals does DEL (Indira Gandhi International Airport) have?

Indira Gandhi International Airport has 3 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3. Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.

Does DEL have free WiFi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout all terminals. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.

How early should I arrive at DEL?

For domestic flights, check-in closes 45 minutes before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.

What airlines fly from DEL?

Indira Gandhi International Airport is served by 8 airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, Vistara, Emirates and 3 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.

How do I get from DEL to Delhi?

Ground transportation options from Indira Gandhi International Airport include rail/train (Delhi Metro Airport Express Line: 20 min to New Delhi Railway Station, ₹60. Runs 5 AM to 11 PM.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.

Is there parking at DEL?

Yes, Indira Gandhi International Airport offers parking options. ₹100/hour (long stay) ₹200/hour (short stay) Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.

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