Jaipur Airport

Jaipur International Airport (JAI)

Located at Sanganer, about 13 km from the city of Jaipur, is the Jaipur International Airport. It is the only international airport in the state of Rajasthan and received its international status in the year 2005. The new domestic terminal of Jaipur airport was inaugurated in 2009 and can today house 14 A320 aircrafts. The building itself was expanded to accommodate over 1000 passengers at any point in time and the runway also underwent extensions to accommodate large aircraft like the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.

Flight Information

Air Costa, Air India, GoAir, IndiGo, Jet Airways and SpiceJet connect Jaipur with cities such as Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Udaipur. Jaipur is connected to the cities in the Middle East that include Sharjah, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Muscat. The international flight operations are handled by Air Arabia, Air India, Etihad and Oman Air.

Terminals

Jaipur International Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles both domestic and international arrivals and departures. This is the new terminal and is built with state-of-the-art facilities. Terminal 2 is used primarily by domestic carriers.

Traveling in and around

Buses and trains have frequent services to many destinations in the city. Jaipur bus station is located 11 km from the airport. Private taxis and auto-rickshaws are available outside the airport for easy access to any part of the city. The railway station is located 13 km from the airport and buses and taxis can be hired from either destination to reach the other easily and quickly.

Services and Facilities

The new terminal at Jaipur airport has all the modern services and amenities that make it a passenger-friendly airport. The terminal is complete with a central heating and air-conditioning system, baggage carousels, an illuminated flight information display system, escalators and large parking bays. Wi-Fi facility, ATMs, car rentals, currency exchange offices and child care rooms are some of the other facilities at the airport.

Things to Do

Jaipur airport has plenty of options for waiting passengers to engage in. The entry gate to the airport is made of Dholpur stones and sandstones and is also decorated with Rajasthani paintings to give tourists a feel of Rajasthani culture and traditions. The airport has quite a few retail stores that sell eclectic merchandise such as jewelry, stationery and handicrafts. Fast food restaurants, cafes and cold drink vending machines are some quick dining options at the airport.

Hotels

Jaipur is one of the major tourist attractions in Northern India. Also, referred to as the Pink City; Jaipur is home to historic monuments, spectacular forts and magnificent palaces that narrate stories of the state's rich cultural heritage and stunning Mughal architecture. The city, being a popular tourist destination, is home to a number of hotels. Jaipur Marriott, Radisson Blu, The Lalit, Hilton and Ramada offer luxury accommodations in the city. Hotel Fly View, The Saneer Boutique Hotel and Hotel Landmark are the recommended choices if you are looking at more affordably priced places to stay.

Helpful Tips

Jaipur is a year-round travel destination. But, North Western India is characterized by dense fog between December and February causing lack of visibility on the runways and Jaipur is no exception. During such instances, a number of flights are likely to be diverted, delayed or cancelled.

Nearby Attractions

The attractions in Jaipur are as eclectic as the city's myriad flavors and colors. If you adore the idea of spending a day with elephants; Elefantastic is your go-to destination. One of the most recommended activities in India, visitors to Elefantastic can feed, shower and ride with the elephants. The city is also home to many forts such as Hawa Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, Amber Fort and Jaigarh Fort that are must-visit places.

FAQs

  1. What are the top airline brands that operate from Jaipur airport frequently?
    The top airline brands that operate from Jaipur airport frequently are – Jet Airways, Etihad Airways and Air Arabia.
  2. What is the airport code for Jaipur airport?
    The IATA code for the Jaipur airport is JAI.
  3. What are the most frequent routes from Jaipur airport?
    The most popular sectors from Jaipur airport are Jaipur to Abu Dhabi with 416 weekly flights respectively.
  4. When does the first flight leave from Jaipur airport?
    The first flight from Jaipur to Abu Dhabi is at 4:00 AM, which is Jet Airways airline 6530 followed by Etihad Airways 207 which leaves at 4:50 AM.
  5. When does the last flight leave from Jaipur airport?
    Etihad Airways 8576 to Abu Dhabi is the last flight that departs from airport at 10:55 PM.

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