How to Get from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Qutub Minar

Qutub Minar is 11.6 km south of Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) via NH-48, with driving times around 17 minutes in light traffic. The fastest door-to-door options take about 17-40 minutes by car, while the metro takes about 50 minutes including a transfer at New Delhi.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 11.6 km road distance

Private Transfer

Recommended

17 mins •Pre-Booked

€25 - €35 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

Exit Arrivals at your terminal and follow signs to the pre-arranged meeting point; the driver holds a name board.
Show your confirmation to the driver; the vehicle waits up to 60 minutes after landing.
Settle into the car with your luggage; the driver takes the shortest route to Qutub Minar.
Arrive at Qutub Minar complex main entrance on Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road.

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Airport Taxi

Door-to-Door

25 mins •On Demand

€4.20 - €7.50 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

After collecting luggage, go to the designated prepaid taxi counter in Arrivals or use the Uber/Ola app pickup zone in the multi-level car park.
Pay the fixed fare at the counter or via app and receive a receipt with taxi or registration number.
Show the receipt to the driver; keep the slip until arrival.
Ride approximately 11.6 km via NH-48 and Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road to Qutub Minar.

Airport Express + Yellow Line

Cheapest

50 mins •Every 10-15 Mins

€0.90 - €1.20 / Person

Luggage: Space for Bags

How to take it step-by-step:

From T3 Arrivals, follow signs to IGI Airport station on the Airport Express Line (Orange Line); T2 passengers also use this station.
Buy a token or smart card for about ₹65 to New Delhi; trains run roughly 05:00-23:30.
Alight at New Delhi station (about 20 min); change to Yellow Line and follow signs to the platform towards Huda City Centre.
Take the Yellow Line south for about 8 stations to Qutub Minar station.
Exit Qutub Minar station and walk about 500 metres to the Qutub Minar complex entrance.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Ignore touts inside arrivals offering taxis; use only the official prepaid counters or designated app pickup zones.
Keep your prepaid taxi receipt until you reach Qutub Minar; it contains the taxi number and is needed if you forget something.
App cabs pick up only from the multi-level car park zones; do not follow anyone claiming to be your Uber or Ola driver inside the terminal.
At metro ticket machines, do not accept help from strangers; buy tokens or smart cards yourself or use the DMRC app.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from Delhi Airport to Qutub Minar?

Take the Airport Express Line from T3 to New Delhi, then change to the Yellow Line towards Huda City Centre and alight at Qutub Minar. Total metro fare is about €0.90-€1.20 per person.

How long does it take to get from DEL to Qutub Minar?

A private transfer or taxi takes about 17-40 minutes depending on traffic. The metro takes about 50 minutes including the transfer at New Delhi station.

Is there a direct metro from Delhi Airport to Qutub Minar?

No, there is no direct metro. You must take the Airport Express Line to New Delhi and change to the Yellow Line for Qutub Minar.

Can I use contactless or card payment for the Delhi Metro?

Yes, DMRC smart cards, National Common Mobility Cards (NCMC/RuPay), and QR tickets via the DMRC Momentum or Sarthi app are accepted.

Is it safe to take a taxi from Delhi Airport at night?

Yes, use only the official prepaid taxi counters or app-based cabs. Avoid touts and keep your receipt until you reach your destination.

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