Silchar Airport - Flight Information and Guide (IXS)

Silchar Airport serves the Barak Valley in southern Assam, approximately 25 km from the city centre.

It is an access point to north-east India less travelled by international tourism, with tea plantations and hilly landscapes.

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How to get to Silchar Airport

Silchar city centre is approximately 25 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 40-45 minutes by taxi.

By Car

By car, you reach the city centre of Silchar in approximately 40-45 minutes.

By Train

Silchar railway station is connected to the rest of northeastern India.

By Bus

There are some bus lines that take you from the airport to downtown.

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Tips The region is characterized by extensive tea plantations: some offer guided tours and tastings for those wanting to discover the tea production chain up close.

Average travel time to IXS

Train30-35 minutes (Silchar station)

Shuttle busNot a dedicated service

Taxi / Private hire40-45 minutes

Parking near Silchar Airport

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

Video surveillance is active, with reasonable rates.

How to get to Silchar from IXS

By Train

Silchar railway station is approximately 30-35 minutes from the airport.

By Bus

Some bus lines connect the airport to Silchar's city center.

By Taxi

Taxis wait in the arrivals area; expect 400-700 rupees to the city center, depending on whether you use the basic prepaid fare or a booked cab.

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Car rental at Silchar Airport

The major car rental companies are represented in the arrivals area.

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

Hotels near Silchar Airport

Silchar Airport (Kumbhirgram) is about 25 km from the city, 45-60 minutes by car or ASTC shuttle: there are no proper hotels around the terminal, so anyone flying to or from Silchar sleeps in town. The reference area is Shillongpatty, near the Barak river and Gandhi Bagh, where the few reliably standard properties are located; the overall offer remains that of a provincial city, with no major international chains.

City centre

Shillongpatty

About 25 km from the airport, 45-60 minutes by taxi (700-1,000 INR) or with the ASTC shuttle; within town you get around on foot or by rickshaw.

Best for: For anyone who needs to spend a night in Silchar and wants to stay close to the centre, the Barak river and the ISKCON Temple.

Pros

Central neighbourhood, just steps from Gandhi Bagh and the Barak riverfront
The city's two most reliable properties for value are found here

Cons

No international chain hotel: the standard remains that of a provincial city
A taxi or the shuttle is always needed from the airport, with no rail alternative

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Airport services

The airport serves the Barak Valley in southern Assam, a region known for its tea plantations.

Shopping & Duty Free

A small duty-free area offers local tea and handicrafts.

Lounges & relaxation

Given the airport's scale, dedicated VIP lounges are not available.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi covers the public waiting areas of the terminal.

Families & Children

The terminal offers basic family assistance in the waiting areas.

Terminal guide

The terminal is compact, fitting for its role as a regional hub for southern Assam.

Before boarding, allow 1.5–2 hours' margin for flights.

Map of Silchar Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What can you do near Silchar?

Visit the extensive tea plantations of the Barak Valley, some of which offer guided tours and tastings, as well as explore a corner of northeast India still little touched by tourism.

Q. Are there ATMs and currency exchange offices at Silchar Airport?

Services are basic, since it's a small regional airport: it's better to withdraw cash or exchange currency before arriving, as the options available on site are more limited than at India's major hubs.

Q. Is Silchar well connected to the rest of the northeast?

It's a good starting point for the Barak Valley and the surrounding areas of southern Assam, less frequented by tourism than Guwahati.

Q. Is a special permit needed to visit this area?

For Assam in general, no special permits are required for foreign tourists; always check current rules if you plan to continue on to neighboring states like Mizoram.