Check-In at Delhi Airport
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Transiting through Delhi Airport? Whether you're switching between domestic or international flights, our guide helps you understand terminal transfers, check-in formalities if needed, and how to continue your journey efficiently.
Transit Process Overview
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Transit at Delhi Airport refers to the process of transferring between flights, whether domestic or international. With three terminals—T1, T2, and T3, the airport is designed to facilitate smooth connections for travelers. The three terminals serve a distinct purpose. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are dedicated entirely to domestic flights. Terminal 3 is the only terminal that serves both domestic and all international flights.
Useful Tips For Check-In
Delhi Airport has 3 terminals
- T1, T2, and T3. Your connecting flight might depart from a terminal different from the one you arrived at. It’s important to check your itinerary and boarding pass/bag tag carefully.
- Your transit could be within the same terminal or a different one at Delhi Airport.
Within The Same Terminal
- Domestic Transfer- Follow The Yellow Colour Domestic Transfer Signage to reach the transfers area.
- International Transfer- Follow The Orange Colour International Transfer Signage to reach the transfers area.
From A Different Terminal
- To move to a different terminal, you can avail free shuttle bus service for transfer. To know more, Inter- Terminal Commute. Upon reaching the departure terminal, proceed to your airline counter to check in for your onward flight.
- To know more about different types of transfers, visit Transit Guide.
Security Check
- Whether you are a domestic or international passenger, a security check is mandatory. To know more.
- For a list of prohibited items, kindly check.
Baggage transfer depends on your airline:
- If your entire trip is booked under one PNR (ticket reference), your baggage is typically transferred automatically to your next flight.
- Check your baggage destination on the bag tag provided by the airline.
- Always confirm at check-in or with the airline if you need to re-check your baggage or not. To know more.
If you’ve booked two separate tickets, you must:
- Collect your bags on arrival and proceed for rechecking.
- Pass through immigration if international.
- Check in again and go through security.
A Few Handy Tips For Smoother Journey
Always verify your baggage status, ask at the transit desk if it’s checked to your final destination.
Look for Transfer Help Desks immediately after arrival.
Shuttle buses are available for inter-terminal transfers, allowing buffer time.
Use the Interactive Terminal Map to locate kiosks, lounges, and gates.
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