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Indira Gandhi International Airport Insider Guide
DELDEL is a major hub with Terminals 1/2/3. Lounges in T3 are good; traffic outside can be heavy.
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45min
Transit to city
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60min
Immigration
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60min
Security buffer
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Lounges
| Terminal | Lounge | Access | Showers | Good for | Price (paid) |
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| T3 | Plaza Premium/Encalm/airline lounges | PP/Dragon/Paid/airline | Some | Buffet, showers | About $25–50 USD |
| T1/T2 | Basic PP/contract lounges | PP/Dragon/Paid | Limited | Snacks/drinks | About $20–40 USD |
T3 has the best lounges; T1/T2 are simpler.
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Traveler notes
- Security/immigration can be slow; add buffer.
- Traffic to airport can be heavy; leave early.
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Sleep / Rest
- Some seating; lounges or in-terminal hotel better.
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Food
- Indian/fast food mix; quality decent in T3.
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Showers
- Available in some lounges, especially T3.
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Luggage Storage
- Storage available; about $5–10 USD per item/day.
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Transit to City
- Airport Metro (Orange Line): ~20–30 minutes to city; good option.
- Taxi: 30–90 minutes depending on traffic.
- Buffer: Back at DEL 3h intl, 2h domestic.
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Essentials
- SIM/eSIM: Airport counters; eSIM cheaper beforehand. ATMs: Decline DCC; pay in USD/INR via bank. Wi‑Fi: Free/OTP-based.
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