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
Lengpui Airport (AJL) serves Aizawl, Mizoram, from a single passenger terminal set amid hilly terrain. The departures hall hosts airline checkโin counters and baggage drop; after security screening, passengers proceed to a compact airside lounge for groundโlevel boarding or buses to remote stands. Arrivals deplane onto the apron and route to baggage claim before exiting to the forecourt.\n\nThe terminal is compact and walkable. From curb/parking to checkโin is typically 2โ4 minutes. From security to the gates takes about 3โ5 minutes; remote stands add 2โ3 minutes by bus. There are no interโterminal transfers.\n\nSecurity screening follows Indian civil aviation standards. AJL handles domestic services; immigration and customs formalities for international itineraries occur at larger hubs. Monsoon weather and low cloud can affect schedulesโbuild in buffer time.\n\nAmenities include restrooms, seating, snack kiosks/tea stalls, limited retail, ATMs, and carโrental desks when staffed. WiโFi availability can vary. Taxis and preโbooked cars connect to Aizawl; parking is just outside the terminal.\n\nAccessibility is supported with stepโfree routes and accessible restrooms; wheelchair assistance may be booked with airlines. Family facilities are modestโbring baby supplies and snacks as queues can form during peak flights.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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