IGI Airport Metro Station is on the Delhi Airport Express line, a rapid transit route of the Delhi Metro system. The station provides a direct link between the airport and the city centre. This metro station is connected to Indira Gandhi International Airport terminals 2 and 3.
See also: Patel Chowk Metro Station
IGI Airport Metro Station: Highlights
| Station name | IGI Airport Metro Station |
| Station code | APOT |
| Metro line | Airport Express line |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Platform 2 | Towards Dwarka Sector 21 |
| Platform 3 | Towards New Delhi |
| Previous metro station | Dwarka Sector 21 |
| Next metro station | Delhi Aerocity towards New Delhi |
| Opened on | February 23, 2011 |
| Station layout | Underground station |
| Operated by | Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) |
IGI Airport Metro Station: Timings
| From Dwarka Sector 21 | From New Delhi | |
| First Train | 4:45 AM | 4:45 AM |
| Second Train | 5:15 AM | 5:30 AM |
| Last Train | 11:15 PM | 11:30 PM (wait up till 11:45 pm) |
IGI Airport Metro Station: Route
| S No. | Metro Station Name |
| 1 | Dwarka Sector 21 |
| 2 | IGI Airport |
| 3 | Delhi Aerocity |
| 4 | Dhaula Kuan |
| 5 | Shivaji Stadium |
| 6 | New Delhi |
IGI Airport Metro Station: DMRC Penalties
| Offences | Penalties |
| Drinking, spitting, sitting on the floor, or quarrelling while travelling | Rs 200 fine |
| Possession of offensive material | Rs 200 fine |
| Demonstrations, writing, or pasting inside compartments | Exclusion from the demonstration, removal from the compartment, and Rs 500 fine. |
| Travelling on the roof of the Metro | Rs 500 fine and removal from the Metro |
| Unauthorised access or walking on the Metro track | Rs 150 fine |
| Unlawful entry into the female coach | Rs 250 fine |
| Obstructing officials on duty | Rs 500 fine |
| Travelling without a pass or ticket | Rs 50 fine and maximum fare of the system |
| Misusing communication means or alarm | Rs 500 fine |
IGI Airport Metro Station: Places to visit nearby
The area around Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI Airport) primarily consists of airport infrastructure, airport hotels and a few commercial entities that cater to travellers. The immediate vicinity of the airport is mostly used for airport operations and aviation-related activities. There are few restaurants and cafes catering to the needs of airport staff and travellers such as Chaayos, Delhi Baking Company, Adrift Kaya New Delhi, JW Lounge and Kheer at Roseate House.
FAQs
How many stations does the Airport Express Line have?
The Airport Express Line has six stations.
Is a parking facility available at the IGI Airport metro station?
Yes, IGI Airport has a parking facility available for commuters.
IGI Airport exists on which metro line?
The IGI Airport metro station is located on the Airport Express Line (Orange Line).
When does the first metro leave for IGI Airport?
The first metro leaves from Dwarka Sector 21 and New Delhi metro station at 4:45 am.
What is the length of the Airport Express Line?
The Airport Express line is 22.7 km long.
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