The revamped Terminal 2 at Indira Gandhi International Airport will boost passenger capacity, supporting 120 daily domestic flights.
Terminal 2 Upgrade: A Major Milestone for Delhi Airport
Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), the busiest airport in India, is set to reopen its upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) on October 26, 2025. The terminal, originally built by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) 40 years ago, was shut down in April 2025 for a major upgrade.
What the T2 Upgrade Means for Passengers and Operations
- The reopening of T2 will increase IGIA’s total annual passenger handling capacity to 100 million.
- Around 120 daily domestic flights, primarily operated by Air India and IndiGo, will shift to the new terminal from October 26.
- The move coincides with the start of the airport’s winter schedule.
- Currently, Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 3 (T3) are operational, handling other domestic and international flights.
About Indira Gandhi International Airport
- IGIA is operated by Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL).
- The airport features four runways and manages approximately 1,400 daily flight movements.
- With the upgraded T2 operational, IGIA continues to strengthen its position as a key aviation hub in India and Asia.
Key Dates to Remember
- April 2025: Terminal 2 was closed for renovation and upgradation.
- October 25-26, 2025: The transition night when flights will shift operations to the upgraded T2.
- October 26, 2025: Official date when Terminal 2 becomes fully operational.
Passengers flying with Air India and IndiGo should check their flight details carefully starting late October to confirm their terminal.
