New T1 Terminal at Delhi Airport to Open on August 17: Boosting Efficiency and Capacity

DIAL announced the new T1 terminal at Delhi Airport will open on August 17. This move will shift significant domestic operations of IndiGo and SpiceJet to T1, easing pressure on Terminals 2 and 3. Developed by GMR Group under the phase 3A expansion project, T1 promises enhanced travel experiences.

The Delhi airport operator, DIAL, announced on Wednesday that the new T1 terminal will start operations from August 17. IndiGo and SpiceJet are set to transfer a substantial part of their domestic services to this new terminal.

Previously, the old T1 was temporarily closed on June 28 due to a roof collapse, redirecting flights to Terminals 2 (T2) and 3 (T3). The fresh opening of T1 is expected to alleviate stress on these two terminals.

The state-of-the-art T1, developed under the phase 3A expansion project by a GMR Group-led consortium, will significantly boost capacity, with improved passenger amenities and advanced technology. SpiceJet and IndiGo flights will resume operations from T1. Passengers for SpiceJet will enter via gate A on the ground floor, while IndiGo flyers will use gates 5 and 6 on the first floor.

(With inputs from agencies.)