Aizawl Airport

Lengpui Airport (AJL)

Located in Aizawl, the Lengpui Airport is the primary means of air travel to Mizoram. It is amongst the few large-scale domestic airports to be built and maintained by a state government.

The North-Eastern state of Mizoram is a popular tourist destination due to its natural beauty and green cover. The airport was inaugurated in 1995 and has since played an important role in boosting the state's tourism. Over the past few years, a significant rise in both air traffic as well as passenger traffic at Lengpui Airport has been noticed. This can be attributed to the increase in the number and frequency of flights to from Aizawl.

Flight Information

Arrivals and departures at the Lengpui Airport are across a few fixed routes. Air traffic is directed to and from Guwahati, New Delhi, and Kolkata. Travelers wishing to visit the city by air can book connecting flights from these cities. The most frequent sectors at the Lengpui Airport are from Aizawl to Kolkata and from Aizawl to Guwahati. The airlines providing services at Aizawl airport include Air India, Jet Airways, Pawan Hans, and North East Shuttle.

Terminals

The Aizawl airport has a single terminal. All the arrivals and departures of the domestic flights are directed towards it. It has a total parking capacity of 120 arrivals and departures each.

Traveling Around

Mizoram state transport buses, as well as inter-state buses from other North-Eastern cities, are available for traveling to and from the Lengpui Airport. Taxis may be easily found near the airport for traveling to various locations in and around Aizawl. If you have planned your stay in advance, hotel pick-ups may also be arranged with your respective hotels. Car rental services are available at the airport terminal itself.

Services and Facilities

All essential services are easily available at the Lengpui Airport. There are separate lounges for arrivals and departures at the terminal. At the Departures Lounge, you may avail of postal services, ATM, food and beverages, and prepaid taxi services. At the Arrivals Lounge, you may book private vehicles for traveling around the city through a car rental.

Trolleys are available at the terminals for carrying your luggage with ease. Wheelchairs for physically challenged travelers have also been provided.

Things to Do

Despite being relatively small, the Aizawl airport offers you plenty of distraction to pass your time while awaiting your flight. It houses an outlet where you can shop for the popular Mizo fabric. Local handicrafts sold here are excellent souvenirs to remind you of your journey or to give away as gifts.

Hotels

A popular tourist destination, Aizawl has a number of options when it comes to accommodation. There are several hotels around the airport. From budget to luxury, choose as per your preference to get a comfortable stay in Aizawl. Hotel Royale and David’s Hotel Clover are ideal options for budget travelers; whereas Hotel Floria and Hotel Regency offer luxury stay options.

Tips for Fliers

As a region prone to heavy rainfall, be prepared for the possibility of delays and interruptions in flight schedules during monsoon.

Nearby Attractions

Outside the Lengpui Airport lies a whole arena of natural beauty and wonders of Mizoram. From wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls, and caves, to museums and religious sites, travelers will find unlimited exploration opportunities at Aizawl. The Aizawl Zoological Gardens, Durtlangs Hills, and the Museum at MacDonald Hill are some of the main attractions in the city.