Uttar Pradesh, India
Your choice of airport depends on whether you are arriving internationally or domestically within India.
Flight availability and prices vary by season, and airport facilities differ.
Taxi/Private Car: Approx. 3-4 hours. Pre-book or use airport counters for direct, comfortable transfer. Train: Delhi Airport Express Metro to New Delhi Railway Station, then train to Agra Cantt (2-3 hours). Bus: Less comfortable, slower.
Taxi/Auto-rickshaw: Approximately 40 km (25 miles), about an hour's journey. Taxis can be hired at Agra Airport or pre-booked. Private taxi generally preferred for direct route.
For convenience and safety, hiring a car with a driver is widely recommended for travel between cities and sites like Fatehpur Sikri.
No specific exit fees or taxes are levied directly on travelers departing India by air. Any applicable taxes are typically included in your airline ticket fare.
For international flights from Delhi (DEL): Arrive 3-4 hours before departure, accounting for potential 3-4 hour journey from Agra. For domestic flights from Agra (AGR): Arrive 1.5-2 hours before departure. For trains/buses: Arrive 30-45 minutes before departure.
Delhi (DEL) offers extensive facilities (lounges, duty-free, dining). Agra (AGR) is smaller with basic amenities. Agra Cantt Railway Station (AGC) provides waiting rooms, food stalls, and general services.