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Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to City Center

Complete guide for getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport to New Delhi city center. Find out about taxi fares, distance, duration, and travel tips.

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Taxi from Indira Gandhi International Airport to City Center

From Indira Gandhi International Airport to New Delhi city center, prepaid taxis offer fixed fares based on zones. Expect to pay 700 to 900 rupees for a hatchback and 900 to 1200 rupees for a sedan in local NCR areas. Tolls, parking and state taxes add extra costs.

Fares stay fixed with no meter surprises, but night surcharges apply after 11 PM or before 5 AM, often doubling the base rate. App-based rides like Ola or Uber add a 289 rupee airport pickup fee including GST. Always confirm the zone for city center to avoid overcharges.

Official prepaid booths set prices by distance, with SUVs at 1200 to 1500 rupees. Book ahead for outstation trips, as local rides start from these ranges to central spots like Connaught Place.

Taxi Tips & Safety

Find official prepaid taxi counters inside the arrivals hall at all terminals after baggage claim. Look for government or airport authority booths, not roadside offers. These provide vouchers for queued taxis outside designated stands.

Avoid scams by ignoring touts offering cheap rides or pushing hotels; stick to prepaid queues. Use apps like Uber or Ola for tracked rides, but note the high pickup fee. Insist on the prepaid receipt and check for AC if paid extra.

Pay with cash or card at counters; drivers may not take cards. Travel in groups at night for safety, share ride details and keep doors locked. Official taxis have meters and AC for comfort.

Alternative Transport

Delhi Metro offers fast trains from airport Terminal 3 to city center stations like New Delhi or Rajiv Chowk for about 60 rupees. It runs from early morning to late night, taking 20-30 minutes. Great for light luggage and budget travel.

Airport shuttles and DTC buses connect terminals to key areas for 50-100 rupees. Buses stop at Kashmere Gate or other hubs, running frequently but slower in traffic. Check schedules at airport info desks.

App-based rides like Ola or Uber cost 500-1000 rupees to city center plus 289 rupee fee, varying by surge. Compare with prepaid taxis for savings, as metros beat them on price during peak hours.

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