Biju Patnaik Airport - Flight Information and Guide (BBI)

Biju Patnaik Airport serves Bhubaneswar, capital of Odisha, known as the 'City of Temples' for its hundreds of historic Hindu temples, approximately 4 km from the city centre.

It is the access point to the Sun Temple of Konark, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and to nearby Puri with its famous Temple of Jagannath.

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How to get to Biju Patnaik Airport

Bhubaneswar city centre is approximately 4 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 10-15 minutes by taxi.

By Car

By car, you reach the city centre of Bhubaneswar in approximately 10-15 minutes.

By Train

Bhubaneswar railway station is well connected to the rest of India and is a few kilometers from the airport.

By Bus

The airport is served by some direct bus lines to the city centre.

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Tips The Sun Temple of Konark, a masterpiece of Hindu architecture in the shape of a solar chariot, is about an hour from Bhubaneswar: many visitors combine it with a visit to Puri on the same day.

Average travel time to BBI

Train5-10 minutes (central station)

Shuttle busService available

Taxi / Private hire10-15 minutes

Parking near Biju Patnaik Airport

The official parking area is located in front of the terminal.

The parking, monitored by cameras, applies reasonable rates.

How to get to Bhubaneswar from BBI

By Train

Bhubaneswar railway station is reachable in just a few minutes by taxi from the airport.

By Bus

Several bus lines connect the airport to Bhubaneswar's city center.

By Taxi

Prepaid taxis or Uber/Ola apps wait in the arrivals area; expect 200-300 rupees to the city center.

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Car rental at Biju Patnaik Airport

Major car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for reaching Konark and Puri.

Required are driver's license, passport and credit card; in most cases, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is also required.

Hotels near Biju Patnaik Airport

Biju Patnaik Airport is about 4 km from the centre of Bhubaneswar, one of India's most compact cities: almost every hotel is 15-20 minutes by taxi from the terminal, so the choice depends more on the area than on the distance. For a short stopover or an evening arrival it's best to stay near the airport, in the western outskirts; to visit the Lingaraj Temple and the old town, aim for Janpath instead; those travelling for business will find the international-brand hotels in Nayapalli, the business district south-west of the centre.

Airport area

Near the airport

Both hotels are in the western outskirts of the city, a few minutes by car from the terminal according to aggregator sites.

Best for: Short stopovers and evening arrivals, when all that matters is shortening the trip from the terminal.

Pros

Lower rates than downtown, with free parking at both
Convenient for those arriving late or catching an early-morning flight

Cons

An outlying residential area, with no restaurants or shops within walking distance
A taxi is still needed for the Lingaraj Temple or downtown

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City centre

Janpath and the city centre

About 6 km and 15 minutes by car from the terminal; Bhubaneswar railway station is 2.4 km from the hotel.

Best for: Those who want the Lingaraj Temple, the railway station and the city centre within a short taxi ride.

Pros

A few minutes from the Lingaraj Temple and Kalinga Stadium
A city centre with a wider choice of restaurants than the airport area

Cons

No beach or green space: it's a district of offices and shops
Traffic on Janpath Road gets worse at rush hour

Recommended hotels

Novotel Bhubaneswar Janpath On Janpath Road, near the railway station, Kalinga Stadium and the Lingaraj Temple; about 6 km from the terminal. View availability

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Neighbourhood

Nayapalli, the business district

About 8.6 km and 20 minutes by car from the terminal.

Best for: Business trips to the offices in Nayapalli and Jayadev Vihar.

Pros

Upscale hotels in a quiet residential district
Closer to the city centre than the airport area

Cons

No evening life outside the hotel: the area is mostly residential and office space
Higher rates than the other areas in this guide

Recommended hotels

Trident Bhubaneswar In Nayapalli, CB-1 area, near Jayadev Vihar; 8.6 km from the terminal. Among the city's most awarded hotels on international platforms. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves Odisha's capital, gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Konark and the temples of Puri.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area offers a selection of traditional Odisha handicrafts, including the celebrated Ikat fabrics.

Lounges & relaxation

A business lounge is available for business passengers, with entry typically accessible via day-pass purchase.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal area. Mobile operators Airtel, Jio, and Vi have SIM card stands at the airport.

Families & Children

Passengers with children find both play spaces and basic family assistance.

Terminal guide

The terminal is appropriately sized for its role as the main hub of Odisha.

Passengers should plan for approximately 2 hours before departure.

Map of Biju Patnaik Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the Konark Sun Temple?

A 13th-century masterpiece of Hindu architecture, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in the shape of a gigantic sun chariot drawn by horses carved in stone.

Q. Why is Bhubaneswar called the 'City of Temples'?

For the hundreds of Hindu temples, many over a thousand years old, dotted across the city, among the most important concentrations of temple architecture in India.