Mumbai, Air India on Tuesday said it has partnered with Delhi Metro and Delhi Airport to facilitate check-in for international air passengers at two Delhi Metro stations.

The check-in and baggage drop facility at Delhi airport allows passengers to check their luggage at the metro station, giving outbound travelers the option to explore the city luggage-free.

During this period, their luggage is safely loaded onto the aircraft through the advanced automated infrastructure created by Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL).

Air India said in a statement that the service, currently available for domestic air travel, will now be extended to international passengers as well and will be operational from 7 am to 9 pm at two Delhi Metro stations - New Delhi and Shivaji Stadium. Will remain.

It also said that check-in can be done from 12 hours to 2 hours before flight departure for domestic itineraries and from 4 to 2 hours before departure for international itineraries.

The metro rail frequency is 10 minutes, and it takes 19 minutes to reach the departure level at Terminal 3 of Delhi airport, making the journey fast and hassle-free, the airline said.

“This initiative not only provides a cost-effective option for passengers coming from far-flung locations, but also helps control congestion at the airport, leading to a better experience for all our customers. It The initiative will significantly enhance the convenience of our customers,” said Rajesh. Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India.