โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
45
minutes
Domestic โ International
60
minutes
International โ Domestic
60
minutes
International โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Gaya International Airport serves as the gateway to Bodh Gaya, Buddhism's most sacred pilgrimage site located just 5 km away. The 7,500 square meter terminal building accommodates both domestic and international operations, with capacity for 250 departures and 250 arrivals, featuring two aerobridges and an apron for five A320-type aircraft. The terminal divides into domestic (100 passengers peak) and international (400 passengers peak) sections, primarily serving Buddhist pilgrims from Southeast Asia during the October-January peak season.
Domestic operations include daily IndiGo flights to Delhi and Kolkata, plus Air India service to Delhi (started September 2025). International seasonal services operate from Thai Airways, Myanmar National Airlines, Druk Air, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai AirAsia, and Sky Angkor Airlines, connecting Bangkok, Yangon, Paro, Colombo, and other Buddhist-majority cities. SpiceJet operates special Hajj charters, transporting 15,500+ pilgrims in 2025. Security measures are strict with efficient processing for the moderate passenger volumes.
Facilities include free Wi-Fi, medical assistance with qualified personnel, wheelchair services, food outlets, and a waiting lounge with comfortable seating. The cafeteria offers basic dining, while free baggage trolleys and first-aid facilities serve all passengers. Despite expansion plans stalled since 2012 due to land acquisition issues for runway extension and new terminal construction, the airport maintains efficient operations for religious tourism with helpful staff and commendable cleanliness standards throughout the Buddhist pilgrimage season.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow extra time for connections and check local procedures.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Adampur Airport (AIP) serves the Jalandhar/Doaba region of Punjab, India, with a compact passenger terminal adjacent to an air force station. The civil terminal hosts airline checkโin counters, security screening, and a small departure lounge; boarding is at ground level via stairs or buses depending on stand assignment. Arrivals proceed to a simple baggage reclaim area and exit into the public hall.\n\nWalking distances are short. From curb/parking to checkโin is typically 2โ4 minutes. From security to the nearest boarding gates takes around 3โ5 minutes, and to remote stands 5โ8 minutes including bus transfer when used. There are no interโterminal transfers.\n\nSecurity screening follows Indian civil aviation requirements at the entrance to departures. As a domestic outstation, AIP does not provide immigration or customs; international formalities are completed at larger Indian hubs on connecting itineraries. Peak festival periods can lengthen security and checkโin queuesโarrive early.\n\nAmenities include basic seating, restrooms, snack kiosks or tea/coffee counters, and limited convenience retail; ATMs and rideโhail pickup zones may be available at the forecourt. WiโFi availability can vary. Taxis and preโarranged cars provide primary ground transport to Jalandhar and surrounds.\n\nAccessibility is supported with stepโfree routes and accessible restrooms; wheelchair assistance can be booked through airlines. Family facilities are limitedโbring baby supplies and snacks as retail options are modest.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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