Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport — Amritsar, India
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (Amritsar) is ATQ — its ICAO code is VIAR.
Distance & flight time from ATQ
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport serves Amritsar in India's Punjab state, taking its name from the fourth Sikh Guru, Guru Ram Das, who founded the city around the sacred Golden Temple complex. Elevation here reaches 756 feet, and a single runway carries both domestic Indian routes and international connections toward the Middle East, United Kingdom, and other destinations with large Punjabi diaspora populations. Millions of pilgrims and tourists travel through Amritsar each year to visit the Golden Temple, and the airport's international status reflects that steady flow of religious and cultural tourism. Direct flights link Amritsar to cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, London, and several Gulf hubs, supporting both pilgrimage travel and labor migration common in the region. Cargo services also move through the airport, supporting Punjab's agricultural export trade. Even with just one runway, Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport ranks among India's more internationally connected regional gateways outside the major metro cities.
Runways at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 12000 ft (3658 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.35 MHz |
Airports near Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ)
- Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) — 42.7 km (26.5 mi)
- Pathankot Airport (IXP) — 98.1 km (61.0 mi)
- Sialkot International Airport (SKT) — 100.5 km (62.4 mi)
- Jammu Airport (IXJ) — 109.0 km (67.7 mi)
- Halwara International Airport (HWR) — 133.0 km (82.6 mi)
- Ludhiana Airport (LUH) — 145.2 km (90.2 mi)
- Kangra Airport (DHM) — 147.3 km (91.5 mi)
- Bhatinda Air Force Station (BUP) — 160.1 km (99.5 mi)
Sikh pilgrims booking a trip to the Golden Temple search ATQ to find direct flights into Amritsar, while diaspora travelers from London or the Gulf compare fares against connecting through Delhi instead.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
The IATA code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is ATQ.
What is the ICAO code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
The ICAO code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is VIAR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.