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  "address": {
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    "addressCountry": "India",
    "addressLocality": "Adampur"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Star Air",
    "IndiGo"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "60 minutes"
    },
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      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
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      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
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      "value": "120 minutes"
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  "city": "Adampur",
  "code": "AIP",
  "connection_tips": "Adampur Airport is a working domestic airport for the Jalandhar area, but the most reliable connection planning still runs through larger Indian hubs. Current airline booking channels and public route references show Adampur linked by domestic services rather than by a broad international network, so if your final trip includes a long-haul sector, you should usually think in terms of Delhi or another major metro airport as the real connection point. AIP is the regional access airport, not the place with the deepest recovery options.\n\nThat does not mean it is difficult to use. The airport's compact scale is an advantage for ordinary arrivals and departures, and road access into Jalandhar is manageable. But if you are self-connecting onward, the same compactness should not tempt you into an unrealistically short plan. A delay on a regional domestic sector can still unravel a same-day onward itinerary if the next segment sits at a bigger airport with its own check-in cutoffs, baggage rules, and terminal-transfer needs.\n\nThe safest strategy is to keep the itinerary protected on one ticket when possible or, if you are splitting the booking, to leave enough time for the full landside process at the larger hub. Ground transport from Adampur into Jalandhar should also be arranged with realistic expectations around traffic. In short, AIP works well as the local airport for the region, but the prudent traveler treats the long-haul connection as a separate planning problem and leaves margin accordingly.",
  "country": "India",
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  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Arrive 90min early - enhanced Air Force security for better experience.",
    "The morning flights to Bengaluru and Ghaziabad are the most reliable.",
    "If you have a long wait, the new terminal is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and comfortable.",
    "Jalandhar is a major rail hub; if your flight is diverted or cancelled, the Jalandhar City railway.",
    "Take advantage of the pre-paid taxi stand at the airport exit to ensure you pay the official.",
    "For those interested in local heritage, the airport\u2019s official name honors Shri Guru Ravidass."
  ],
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  "iataCode": "AIP",
  "icao": "VIAX",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-29",
  "latitude": 31.43305556,
  "layover_planner_info": "Modern energy-efficient terminal with basic amenities. Excellent road links to Jalandhar city.",
  "longitude": 75.76055556,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 60,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 120,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline representatives. Limited rebooking options may be available.",
  "name": "Adampur Airport",
  "region": "Asia",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "ATQ",
      "name": "Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "DEL",
      "name": "Indira Gandhi International Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "IXP",
      "name": "Pathankot Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "LUH",
      "name": "Ludhiana Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Adampur Airport (AIP), officially renamed Shri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji Airport, is a significant regional aviation facility serving Jalandhar and the historic Doaba region of Punjab, India. Located approximately 25 kilometers from Jalandhar city, the airport shares its runway with the strategic Adampur Air Force Station. In March 2024, a state-of-the-art new terminal building was inaugurated, marking a major milestone in the airport's transition from a military-only airfield to a modern commercial hub capable of handling over 500,000 passengers annually.\n\nThe new 5,000-square-meter terminal is a two-level, energy-efficient structure that has earned a 4-Star GRIHA rating for its sustainable design. It features an advanced insulated roofing system, solar power integration, and sophisticated waste management systems. Inside, the facility provides eight check-in counters, two automated baggage conveyor belts, and digital flight information displays to ensure a streamlined experience for travelers. While the airport focuses on functional efficiency, it offers comfortable waiting areas, clean washrooms, and a dedicated help desk to assist passengers with their regional and domestic connections.\n\nOperational activity at Adampur has seen a significant boost with the arrival of Star Air, which connects the Jalandhar region with major domestic centers such as Bengaluru, Nanded, and Ghaziabad (Hindon). The airport\u2019s layout is designed for rapid transitions, allowing passengers to move from the landside parking areas to the boarding gates with minimal effort. Beyond its civil transport role, AIP remains a vital node for the Indian Air Force, necessitating strict security protocols and a professional operational environment. For visitors, the new terminal represents a modern and welcoming gateway to the industrial and cultural heartlands of Punjab.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adampur_Airport"
}