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Al Garhoud Metro Station (R15): Former GGICO Guide 2026 Metro Station
Train timings
First train — · Last train — · Standard RTA hours checked 26 October 2026; exact train times vary.
Al Garhoud Metro Station (R15) is an elevated Red Line station serving Al Garhoud near Dubai International Airport. Formerly GGICO, it is close to the airport but is not the correct stop for an airport terminal.
Check the RTA network map and Journey Planner before a time-sensitive trip.
Al Garhoud Metro Station at a glance
| Detail | Current information |
|---|---|
| Station code | R15 |
| Line | Red Line |
| Fare zone | 5 |
| Area | Al Garhoud near Dubai International Airport |
| Opened | 15 May 2010 |
| Adjacent stations | Airport Terminal 1 (R14) and City Centre Deira (R16) |
| Former name | GGICO |
Metro operating hours
RTA’s standard station hours are Monday to Thursday 5:00 am to midnight, Friday 5:00 am to 1:00 am the next day, Saturday 5:00 am to midnight and Sunday 8:00 am to midnight. These are network hours, not the exact first and last train at this platform. Check the official timetable, especially on holidays.
Which direction should you take?
Toward Centrepoint, trains run through Airport Terminal 1, Airport Terminal 3 and Emirates. Toward Expo 2020 or Life Pharmacy, trains continue through City Centre Deira, Al Rigga and Union. Allow extra time near closing because the final train can leave before the network-wide closing time.
Fares and nol cards
Silver nol fares are AED 3 within one zone, AED 5 across two adjacent zones and AED 7.50 across more than two zones. Regular Red Ticket fares are AED 4, AED 6 and AED 8.50. Confirm the current table on the RTA fares page. Tap in and out with the same card. For an integrated Metro-to-bus trip, transfer within 30 minutes, subject to RTA rules.
Buses, taxis and onward travel
Buses and taxis connect Al Garhoud, Airport Road, schools, clinics and offices. Use Airport Terminal 1 or Airport Terminal 3 stations for those terminals, and a taxi for Terminal 2.
What is near Al Garhoud Metro Station?
Al Garhoud’s hotels, restaurants, clinics and offices are spread across a road-heavy district. Dubai Festival City and Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club need road transport. City Centre Deira is one Metro stop away.
For related journeys, see our guides to Dubai Airport Free Zone, Al Rigga and Baniyas Square.
Facilities and accessibility
The station has ticket and nol top-up facilities, information screens, lifts and escalators, tactile guidance and step-free access. ATMs and retail units can change. People of Determination can ask station staff for assistance.
For a quieter journey, avoid weekday peaks around 7:00 to 9:00 am and 5:00 to 8:00 pm when possible. Allow extra walking time in hot weather.
Frequently asked questions
What line is Al Garhoud Metro Station on?
It is on the Red Line, and its current code is R15.
What time does Al Garhoud Metro Station open?
The standard opening time is 5:00 am Monday to Saturday, except Sunday when it is 8:00 am. Friday service runs until 1:00 am the next day; exact first and last trains vary.
Can I pay cash on the Metro?
No. Use a valid nol card or nol Red Ticket and keep enough balance for the full journey.
Is Al Garhoud Metro Station accessible?
Yes. The station provides step-free routes, lifts or escalators and tactile guidance.
How should I plan the last connection?
Enter the origin, station, destination and intended travel time in the RTA Journey Planner. This is more reliable than applying the network closing time to one platform.
Information checked against current RTA sources on 26 October 2026.