New Delhi Airport Transfer Guide (2026) - All Options & Tips
Airport transfers in New Delhi: taxi, bus, train, and shuttle options from the airport to the city center, with costs and journey times in India.
Helpful Tips
Download the Delhi Metro Rail app for real-time route planning and QR code entry at all stations.
Buy a Delhi Metro Smart Card at airport or any station to skip ticket queues and get 10% off fares.
Use the Airport Express Line from New Delhi Railway Station to reach Terminal 3 in 20 minutes.
Uber and Ola apps work reliably across Delhi, but select 'Metro Station' as pickup points to avoid traffic confusion.
Common Scams to Avoid
Unlicensed drivers at the arrivals curb claim the prepaid taxi booth is closed and quote inflated flat fares. Insist on using the official prepaid taxi counter inside the terminal or the app-based ride kiosks.
Porters inside the terminal aggressively grab bags, then demand excessive tips. Keep luggage on your trolley and politely refuse assistance unless you are prepared to negotiate a small, pre-agreed amount.
Taxi drivers leaving the airport stop at a fake "government tax checkpoint" where an accomplice boards to collect a non-existent airport exit fee. Refuse to pay and ask to be taken directly to the nearest police booth if they persist.