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Jaipur International Airport

Jaipur, India
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Gateway to Rajasthan's Pink City.

Opened
1950
Location
Jaipur, India
Jaipur International Airport (IATA: JAI, ICAO: VIJP) is the primary commercial airport serving Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, India. It handles both domestic and international traffic, connecting the Pink City to major Indian metros as well as select international destinations in the Middle East and Southeast Asia. The airport is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and underwent significant expansion and modernization in the 2000s and 2010s to accommodate growing passenger numbers. It is one of the busiest airports in Rajasthan and serves as an important entry point for tourists visiting heritage sites such as the Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal, and the wider Golden Triangle circuit. A new integrated terminal building opened in 2009, greatly increasing capacity and improving passenger facilities. The airport continues to see rising traffic driven by tourism and business travel to Jaipur.
Terminals
The airport operates a single integrated terminal building that handles both domestic and international departures and arrivals.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 13 km from central Jaipur and is accessible by prepaid taxis, app-based cabs, and private transport, with no direct metro rail connection as of the early 2020s.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving JAI include IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, GoFirst, and international airlines such as Air Arabia and flydubai.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport is situated near Sanganer, a town also known for traditional block-printing textiles.
  • ›A new terminal opened in 2009, designed with Rajasthani architectural motifs.
  • ›The airport was designated as an international airport in 2005.
  • ›It serves as a key hub for inbound tourism to Rajasthan's heritage cities.
  • ›The airport handled over 7 million passengers annually before the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traffic.
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Getting there · 12 km to city
TaxiConvenient taxi services are available at pre-paid counters.Approx. ₹300-₹600 to reach the city center.
BusPublic buses run regularly between the airport and key locations.₹50-₹100
App-based CabsServices like Uber and Ola operate from the airport.Similar to taxi fares, varies by demand.
Car RentalsSeveral car rental agencies are available onsite.Varies by provider and vehicle type.
Hotels near JAI
Taj Jai Mahal Palace · 8 kmRadisson Blu Jaipur · 10 kmHoliday Inn Jaipur City Centre · 12 kmITC Rajputana · 11 kmThe Lalit Jaipur · 10 km
Traveler tips
  • • Book tickets in advance, especially during peak season.
  • • Carry a power bank, as charging points can be limited.
  • • Try local Rajasthani cuisine at the airport eateries.

Last verified 2026-09-02 · IndianAirports.com, powered by TravelerPulse.

Route map (9 destinations)

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Routes

JAI → AMD6E · 320
JAI → BLR6E · 320
JAI → BOM6E · 320
JAI → CCU6E · 320
JAI → HYD6E · 320
JAI → BOM9W · 73G 73W
JAI → DEL9W · 73H
JAI → BOMAI · 319
JAI → DELAI · 319
JAI → AUHEY · 320
JAI → BOMG8 · 320
JAI → SHJG9 · 320
JAI → SHJIX · 738
JAI → BOMS2 · 73G 73W
JAI → DELS2 · 738 AT7 73H
JAI → DELSG · DH8
JAI → MCTWY · 738
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Jaipur International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Jaipur International Airport is an international airport serving Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. It is located in the southern suburb of Sanganer, located about 10 km (6.2 mi) from the city centre. It is the 13th-busiest airport in India in daily scheduled flight operations.

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