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Lilabari North Lakhimpur Airport

Lilabari, AssamIXIVELR· Gateway to the lush heartland of Upper Assam
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Lilabari Airport, officially known as North Lakhimpur Airport, is a domestic civil aerodrome located near Lilabari in the North Lakhimpur district of Assam, situated at an elevation of 330 feet above sea level. Serving the upper reaches of the Brahmaputra valley, it is a vital air link for the largely rural and flood-prone region of North Lakhimpur, where road connectivity can be severely disrupted during monsoon seasons. The airport has received renewed impetus under the Government of India's UDAN regional connectivity scheme, improving affordable air access for residents of this remote corner of Northeast India.

Operator
Airports Authority of India
Opened
1969
Elevation
101 m
Runways
1
Also known as
North Lakhimpur Airport
Region
Northeast India
Distance to city
Approximately 7 km from Lilabari town and about 14 km from North Lakhimpur city centre
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Flights & airlines

Domestic destinations
GuwahatiKolkataDibrugarh
Airlines serving this airport
IndiGoAlliance Air

Cargo: Limited cargo handling available for essential goods and agricultural produce

Terminal facilities

Terminal Building
A modest but functional single-terminal building with basic check-in counters and waiting areas catering to domestic passengers.
Check-in Counters
Manual and assisted check-in counters managed by airline ground staff for smooth passenger processing.
Baggage Handling
Basic baggage claim area with manual carousel operations suitable for the airport's passenger volume.
Cafeteria
A small food and beverage outlet offering local Assamese snacks, tea, and light refreshments for departing and arriving passengers.
Parking Area
Open surface vehicle parking available adjacent to the terminal building for short and long-duration stays.
Security
CISF-managed security screening with standard X-ray baggage checks and passenger frisking in compliance with BCAS guidelines.
First Aid
Basic medical assistance room available within the terminal for emergency first aid needs.

Getting to the airport

Auto-RickshawShared and private auto-rickshaws are readily available outside the terminal for travel to Lilabari town and North Lakhimpur.INR 100-300 20-40 minutes
Taxi / CabLocal taxis and app-free hired cabs can be arranged through hotels or local operators for onward travel to North Lakhimpur and surrounding areas.INR 300-600 30-50 minutes
BusState-operated and private buses ply between Lilabari and North Lakhimpur town, accessible from the main road near the airport gate.INR 30-60 40-60 minutes

Hotels near IXI

Hotel AbhinandanBudget
13 km from airport · INR 700-1500 per night

A popular budget option in North Lakhimpur with basic amenities and local cuisine.

Hotel RajmahalBudget
14 km from airport · INR 600-1200 per night

Centrally located in North Lakhimpur, offering clean rooms and proximity to local markets.

Brahmaputra Jungle ResortMid-range / Eco Resort
30 km from airport · INR 2500-5000 per night

Eco-friendly resort near the Subansiri River offering wildlife and nature experiences, popular with eco-tourists.

Hotel Paradise InnBudget
13 km from airport · INR 800-1800 per night

Offers simple rooms with in-house restaurant serving Assamese and North Indian meals.

Beyond the airport

Subansiri River Nature / River
A major tributary of the Brahmaputra, the Subansiri River offers scenic riverscapes, fishing opportunities, and glimpses of Assam's riparian ecology.
25 km away · best: October to March
Bordoibam Bilmukh Bird Sanctuary Wildlife Sanctuary
A wetland bird sanctuary of ecological importance hosting migratory and resident bird species amidst the flooded grasslands of upper Assam.
40 km away · best: November to February
Majuli Island Cultural / Heritage
The world's largest river island, Majuli is a UNESCO-nominated cultural landscape famous for its Vaishnavite monasteries (Satras), mask-making traditions, and Assamese tribal heritage.
90 km away · best: October to March
Kaziranga National Park UNESCO World Heritage / Wildlife
Renowned for its population of Indian one-horned rhinoceroses and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kaziranga is one of India's premier wildlife destinations.
160 km away · best: November to April
North Lakhimpur Town Market Cultural / Shopping
A vibrant local market offering traditional Assamese handlooms, muga silk products, bamboo crafts, and organic produce typical of the region.
14 km away · best: Year-round

Travel tips

  • Book flights well in advance as seat availability is limited given the small number of daily operations at this airport.
  • Carry cash as ATM facilities in Lilabari town are limited and card payment infrastructure may not be reliable in the area.
  • During the monsoon season (June to September), Brahmaputra floodwaters can disrupt road travel; confirm your ground transport arrangements ahead of time.
  • Assamese hand-woven textiles and muga silk make excellent locally sourced souvenirs available in North Lakhimpur markets.
  • The airport handles small to medium aircraft only; check aircraft type operated on your route to ensure baggage allowance policies.
  • Carry mosquito repellent and appropriate clothing, especially if visiting between June and October, as the region has a humid subtropical climate.

Development: Lilabari Airport has been included under the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) regional connectivity scheme to boost affordable air travel in underserved Northeast India; proposals for runway upgradation and enhanced terminal infrastructure to handle ATR-type aircraft are under consideration by the Airports Authority of India.

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Lilabari airport news

AJYCP urges Centre to boost flight services at Lilabari airporttimesofindia.indiatimes.com · 2025-01-07Assam’s Lilabari Airport Improving Connectivity Under UDAN; All You Need To Know About This Underserved Airportcurlytales.com · 2024-10-21 · policyPeople of Northern Assam benefit from Lilabari Airport in Lakhimpur under UDAN schemeANI News · 2024-10-20 · policyTraining aircraft makes emergency landing at Lilabari airportETV Bharat · 2023-07-20 · safetyLilabari Airport inaugurates flight services to Shillong and ZiroThe Assam Tribune · 2022-10-30 · expansionLilabari airport opening new horizons in aviation training in NEThe Assam Tribune · 2022-09-15NE's first flight training academy opens at Lilabari airport in AssamET Infra · 2022-04-13Assam government to hand over land to Civil Aviation Ministry for development of airportsThe Assam Tribune · 2022-04-13 · policy
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