Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) remains India’s busiest airport, handling over 70 million passengers annually. With three operational terminals and connections to 350+ destinations, it’s the gateway to India for most international travelers.
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Terminal Layout and Airlines
Terminal 1 (T1) primarily handles domestic flights with airlines like SpiceJet, IndiGo, and GoFirst operating from here. The terminal can accommodate around 20 million passengers per year.
Terminal 2 (T2) was temporarily closed but now handles some domestic operations. Terminal 3 (T3) is the crown jewel – this massive terminal serves both international and domestic flights including Air India, Vistara, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Lufthansa.
- Terminal 1: Domestic flights, 40+ gates
- Terminal 2: Limited domestic operations
- Terminal 3: International + domestic, 168 check-in counters
Getting There and Parking Costs
Delhi Airport Express Metro connects New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in just 20 minutes for ₹60. Regular Delhi Metro also reaches Terminal 1 via the Magenta Line.
For those driving, parking rates are quite reasonable yaar. Multi-level parking at T3 costs ₹40 for first hour, then ₹20 per hour. Daily parking is around ₹500-800 depending on the zone you choose.
Uber and Ola operate from designated pickup points. A ride from Connaught Place typically costs ₹300-500 depending on surge pricing.
Shopping and Food Options
T3 has some seriously good shopping – from Shoppers Stop to Nike stores. The duty-free area spans over 10,000 square feet with brands like L’Oreal, Chanel, and local favorites like Fabindia.
Food courts have everything from McDonald’s (₹300-500 per meal) to authentic Indian restaurants like Haldiram’s and Punjab Grill. Honestly yaar, the prices are airport-level expensive but the variety is impressive.
- Starbucks: ₹250-400 for coffee and snacks
- Burger King: ₹200-350 for meals
- Local restaurants: ₹400-800 for full meals
Recent Upgrades and Facilities
Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has been upgrading facilities throughout 2026. The new automated baggage handling system in T3 has reduced wait times significantly.
WiFi is free for 45 minutes initially, then ₹200 for 24 hours. The airport also has sleeping pods (₹1000 for 6 hours) and premium lounges like the Plaza Premium Lounge (₹2500 entry for non-members).
For business travelers, the ITC Hotels lounge and Air India Maharaja Lounge offer excellent facilities. Transit hotels within the airport charge around ₹8000-15000 per night.
Mujhe lagta hai IGI Airport has really improved over the years. The connectivity is solid, facilities are world-class, and despite being crowded, it manages passenger flow quite well. Just reach early during peak travel seasons!