Delhi Airport T1, T2, T3 transfer guide: How to get between terminals simplified

Published on: Sep 25, 2026, 11:00:44 IST

By Neha Khandelwal

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Changing terminals at Delhi Airport? Here is a practical guide to getting between T1, T2 and T3 without unnecessary confusion. (canva.com)

Changing terminals at Delhi Airport can seem confusing, but this simple guide explains every T1, T2 and T3 transfer route.

I love airports. In fact, airports may just be my favourite places to spend time, except for the odd terminal that makes me question my life choices. The smaller the airport, the more I enjoy it. The bigger the airport, the more excited I get. I am that person who will happily choose a flight with a long layover, especially when travelling solo. Give me a few hours at Delhi T1, T2 or T3, and I am perfectly happy.

I have even reached Delhi airport at night, spent a few quiet hours there and taken an early morning flight back home to Bhopal. If airports ever started charging entry tickets, I would probably still visit once a month. But there is one thing that can make even an airport lover slightly nervous. Changing terminals!

Delhi Airport has three terminals, and your next flight can sometimes leave from a completely different one. The good news is that getting between them is fairly simple once you know where to go.

T1 to T2

The easiest option is the free inter-terminal shuttle bus. From T1, head towards Lane 1 at Arrivals and follow the signs for T2. The shuttle runs every 20 minutes, 24 hours a day. You need to show your boarding pass at the designated kiosk to get the transit bus coupon before boarding.

There is also a DMRC feeder bus between T1 and T2, which currently costs ₹40. Cabs and taxis are another option if you have a lot of luggage or simply do not want to wait.

T1 to T3

Again, the free airport shuttle is the simplest option. From T1 Arrivals, head towards Lane 1 and look for the transfer service to T3. It operates every 20 minutes, around the clock. You can also take a cab or taxi from the arrivals area.

T2 to T1

The same free shuttle connects T2 and T1 every 20 minutes. At T2, the pickup point is near VIP Parking.

You can also use the DMRC feeder bus or take a cab.

T2 to T3

This is probably the easiest terminal change. T2 and T3 are close enough to walk between. Delhi Airport lists the walking route at around 500 metres.

There is also a free shuttle every 20 minutes, a buggy service available on request and cabs if you have heavy luggage.

T3 to T1

Take the free inter-terminal shuttle from near Pillar 10 at T3. It runs every 20 minutes and operates 24 hours a day.

Cabs and taxis are also available from the T3 arrival forecourt.

T3 to T2

You can walk from T3 to T2 using the tunnel near Pillar 18. The airport also offers a free shuttle every 20 minutes, plus buggy services on request.

If you are carrying heavy bags, I would simply ask airport staff for the easiest transfer point rather than dragging your suitcase around looking for it.

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One thing I always keep in mind

A terminal change is not just a change of building. If you are on a domestic connection but with different carriers, and moving to another terminal, you may need to collect your baggage, exit the terminal, travel to the next terminal and check in again. Security screening also has to be completed again at the departure terminal.

For international connections involving a different terminal, the process can include immigration, customs and another check-in at the next terminal.

So my airport-loving advice is simple. Check your departure terminal before you leave home, keep your boarding pass handy and give yourself enough time for the transfer. Once you know the routes, changing terminals at Delhi Airport really is much less confusing than it first seems.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Neha Khandelwal
Neha Khandelwal Content Lead, HT Travel | Travel & Lifestyle Journalist With over 10 years of content writing experience, Neha Khandelwal is a lifestyle journalist and the Content Lead at HT Travel. She specialises in destinations, hotels, aviation, luggage, travel gear, and practical guides that help readers plan smarter and travel better. Her work combines first-hand experience, expert insights, and extensive research to create stories that are informative, useful, and easy to follow. Career Journey & Experience Neha began her writing career as a freelance journalist in 2010 before entering mainstream media with The Times of India in 2022. She later joined Hindustan Times, where she has written extensively across travel, lifestyle, home, and consumer trends. Her professional background extends beyond journalism. Before moving into digital media full-time, she spent nearly a decade in interior design, managing residential projects from concept to execution. She also trained in visual merchandising with Shoppers Stop and Pantaloons and worked with women-led startups across design and operations. These experiences continue to shape her storytelling, especially in how she evaluates hotels, design-led stays, hospitality spaces, and travel experiences. A naturally curious learner, Neha has completed beginner certifications in pottery, scuba diving, baking, creative writing, and other creative pursuits. She has read more than 2,000 books, trained in Bharatanatyam for 8 years, and ghostwritten a book on Ladakh tourism. Subject Expertise Travel is at the heart of Neha's work. She covers destinations, hotels, airlines, luggage, packing strategies, travel accessories, and emerging travel trends through a mix of reporting, product testing, and conversations with industry experts. A frequent traveller herself, she approaches every trip with a journalist's curiosity and a planner's mindset, focusing on experiences that readers can realistically recreate. From choosing the right cabin bag to decoding hotel openings and destination trends, her writing prioritises practical advice over promotional claims. Her background in interior design also gives her a distinct perspective on architecture, hospitality design, boutique hotels, luxury stays, and thoughtfully designed spaces. Education & Professional Background Neha holds a Master's degree in Interior Design. Her early experience in interior design, visual merchandising, and design operations gives her a unique understanding of aesthetics, functionality, and user experience, adding depth to her coverage of hotels, resorts, and travel spaces. Editorial Philosophy "As an avid, research-driven traveller, my goal is simple. To answer the questions you actually have before booking a trip. I cut through the promotional noise with honest reporting and expert insights. Making travel planning seamless, smart, and reliable so you always know where to go next."Read More

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