Currently, Shillong does not have its own airport. To assist your travel, we have identified the best nearby flight options. You can fly to Imphal and cover the remaining 320 to Guwahati by road. Book on Cleartrip to get the best Shillong to Guwahati flights ticket price.
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Shillong does not have a functional commercial airport. The practical way to fly to Guwahati from Shillong is to travel by road to a nearby hub airport and depart from there. Here are the two best options for your Shillong to Guwahati flight booking:
Imphal is the closest airport to Shillong at 320 away. Travel from Shillong to Imphal by cab or bus and book the cheapest flight from Shillong to Guwahati via Imphal on Cleartrip.
Agartala is located 340 from Shillong and operates direct flights to Guwahati across several airlines with multiple daily departures available at competitive fares.
Search and compare air tickets from both hub airports on Cleartrip. Include road travel time and transport costs in your planning to get the actual cost of your Shillong to Guwahati flight booking.
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Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya, known as the Scotland of the East. Perched at 1,496 metres in the East Khasi Hills, it is famous for its pine-covered hills, waterfalls, living root bridges, and vibrant music culture. Shillong receives among the highest rainfall in India.
The best time to visit Shillong is October to May with temperatures between 5 and 25 degrees Celsius. Autumn offers clear views. The Shillong Autumn Festival and cherry blossoms in November are highlights.
Shillong has shared taxis, city buses, and app-based cabs. Cherrapunji and Dawki are popular day trips by hired vehicle.
Shillong offers living root bridges, stunning waterfalls, Khasi culture, vibrant music scene, and misty hill landscapes.
Shillong Airport (IATA: SHL) is at Umroi, about 30 km from the city. It handles limited domestic flights. Small terminal. Connected via taxis. Most visitors fly to Guwahati Airport (100 km) which has wider connectivity.
Guwahati is the largest city in Assam and the gateway to Northeast India. On the banks of the Brahmaputra River, it is known for ancient temples, Assamese culture, tea heritage, and proximity to wildlife sanctuaries. It is the primary entry point for exploring the seven sister states.
The best time to visit Guwahati is October to April with temperatures between 10 and 28 degrees Celsius. Winter is ideal for sightseeing and wildlife safaris. Monsoon from June to September brings heavy rain and possible flooding.
Guwahati has city buses, auto-rickshaws, app-based cabs, and Brahmaputra ferries. Hiring a car is recommended for nearby national parks.
Guwahati offers sacred temples, Brahmaputra cruises, Kaziranga's rhinos, Assamese tea gardens, and a gateway to all of Northeast India.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (IATA: GAU) is at Borjhar, about 20 km west of the city. Northeast India's busiest airport handles domestic flights and international flights to Bangkok and Dhaka. The recently upgraded terminal serves all operations. Connected via pre-paid taxis, app-based cabs, and Assam State Transport buses.
A little preparation goes a long way when travelling from Shillong to Guwahati. Here is what we recommend:
Since there are no direct flights from Shillong to Guwahati, you can travel from Shillong to Imphal by road, covering 320, and fly to Guwahati from there. Visit the Cleartrip website or app, enter your travel dates, and browse all available flights with timings, durations, and fares in real time.
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Booking early consistently delivers better value on this route:
Book at least 3-4 weeks in advance, particularly during peak seasons and holidays.
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