16 km · 30–50 min · From $6–12
Connaught Place (CP) is the commercial and tourist heart of New Delhi, a circular Georgian-style colonnaded market built by the British. The 16 km journey from Indira Gandhi Airport takes 30–50 minutes. The Airport Express Metro is the fastest option (20 minutes to New Delhi Station, then 5 minutes walk to CP). Delhi airport is notorious for taxi touts — always use the prepaid counter, Ola/Uber, or a pre-booked transfer.
| Option | Price (est.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-booked transfer | $6–12 | Fixed price, meet & greet, door-to-door |
| Metered taxi | $5–10 (prepaid taxi) | Variable — depends on traffic and surcharges |
| Ride-hailing app | N/A (use Ola or Uber) | Upfront pricing, may have surge |
Airport Express Metro to New Delhi Station takes 20 minutes for ₹60 ($0.70) — by far the fastest and cheapest option. Prepaid taxi counter charges ₹350–500 ($4–6). Ola/Uber costs ₹300–500 ($4–6). A pre-booked transfer costs $6–12 with meet-and-greet.
The Airport Express Metro is the best option for everyone during operating hours (5 AM–11 PM). A pre-booked transfer is recommended for late-night arrivals (after 11 PM), first-time India visitors (to avoid scams), and anyone with heavy luggage.
Ola and Uber work at Delhi Airport but pickup zones are confusing and wait times can be long. The prepaid taxi counter is more reliable but has long queues at peak times.
See our full Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport transfer guide for all destinations, local taxi tips, FAQ and booking options.