Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)

Foreign nationals and OCI cardholders can complete India's e-Arrival Card online before arrival.

Under the current Government of India system, the e-Arrival Card can be submitted online within 72 hours before arrival in India. It collects arrival information such as passport, travel, contact and address details.

The e-Arrival Card is not a visa and does not replace an Indian visa, eVisa or other travel authorisation required to enter India.

Passengers should check current requirements through the official Government of India immigration and visa websites before departure.

Terminal 1 (T1) is used for domestic flights.

The terminal has undergone major redevelopment and provides modern passenger facilities, including self-service and baggage facilities.

Terminal 1 is located separately from Terminals 2 and 3, so passengers connecting between T1 and another terminal should allow additional transfer time.

Terminal 2 (T2) is used for domestic operations.

Terminal 2 is located close to Terminal 3 and is connected with T3 by a pedestrian route.

Because operations at T2 have changed at various times, passengers should confirm their terminal directly with their airline before travelling.

Terminal 3 (T3) handles both international and domestic flights.

International passengers travelling between Sri Lanka and Delhi will generally use the airport's international facilities at Terminal 3, subject to their airline's current operational arrangements.

Terminal 3 also provides direct access to Delhi's Airport Express Metro.

Passengers should always confirm their baggage arrangements with their airline.

Passengers arriving internationally and connecting to a domestic flight may need to:

Passengers should allow sufficient time, particularly when the domestic flight departs from a different terminal.

Passengers making an international-to-international connection should follow the airport and airline's transfer instructions.

Depending on the itinerary and ticket arrangement, passengers may be able to remain within the international transfer process without formally entering India.

However, passengers travelling on separate tickets, needing to collect baggage, or otherwise required to pass immigration must ensure they have the appropriate Indian entry or transit permission.

Always confirm the transfer process with your airline before departure.

Delhi Airport provides an inter-terminal shuttle service connecting T1, T2 and T3.

For passengers with a connecting flight from another terminal, the airport currently provides the shuttle free of charge after the passenger presents their onward boarding pass or ticket and obtains the required shuttle coupon.

Passengers without a connecting flight may be charged for the service.

Other transfer options include:

Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 are located relatively close together and can also be connected on foot, while T1 is farther away.

Passengers should check current airport transfer instructions when travelling.

Delhi Airport has convenient connections with the Delhi Metro network.

The Airport Express Line provides a fast public transport connection between the airport and central Delhi.

Passengers travelling from the international terminal can access the Airport Express from the airport area and travel towards central Delhi, including New Delhi Metro Station.

From central interchange stations, travellers can connect with other Delhi Metro lines for destinations across Delhi and the National Capital Region.

Terminal 1 is served separately by Delhi Metro, so passengers should check the most suitable Metro station based on their terminal and destination.

Metro operating hours, frequencies and fares may change. Passengers should check current information from the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) before travelling.

Taxi services are available from Delhi Airport.

Passengers should use authorised airport taxi or prepaid cab facilities and follow airport signage to the appropriate pickup area.

Taxi is particularly useful for travellers going directly to:

Hotels

Residences

Business districts

Hospitals

Gurugram

Noida

Locations away from Metro stations

App-based ride-hailing services such as Uber and Ola operate at Delhi Airport. Delhi Airport itself lists Uber and Ola among available cab options for passenger transportation.

Passengers should use the relevant app and follow airport signage to the designated pickup area for their terminal.

Pickup arrangements can change, so passengers should confirm the pickup point shown in the app when travelling.

Public bus services provide another lower-cost transportation option between Delhi Airport and areas across Delhi.

Routes, stops and operating arrangements can change, so travellers should check current information before travelling.

Public buses may be suitable for:

Budget travellers

Solo passengers

Travellers familiar with Delhi

Passengers with manageable luggage

Private transfers can be arranged in advance through hotels, travel providers or transportation companies.

They can be particularly useful for:

Families

Groups

Business travellers

Medical travellers

First-time visitors

Travellers with significant luggage

Passengers continuing to destinations outside Delhi

Car rental and chauffeur-driven vehicle services are available for travellers who prefer private transportation.

Visitors planning to drive should ensure they meet India's applicable driving licence requirements and understand local traffic and road regulations.

For many international visitors unfamiliar with Delhi traffic, a taxi or chauffeur-driven vehicle may be more convenient.