Jaipur International Airport — Jaipur, India
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Distance & flight time from JAI
Jaipur International Airport
Jaipur International Airport, coded JAI, sits at Sanganer on the southern edge of the Pink City, capital of Rajasthan. A newer integrated terminal replaced the older facility around 2015, adding jet bridges and expanded capacity for a destination that anchors India's Golden Triangle tourist circuit alongside Delhi and Agra. Beyond package tourists drawn to the City Palace, Amber Fort, and Hawa Mahal, JAI handles substantial traffic tied to Rajasthan's gemstone trade, textile exports, and a growing base of domestic migrant workers heading to Gulf states. IndiGo and Air India Express operate dense domestic networks from here, while a modest slate of international routes links Jaipur to Dubai, Sharjah, and Bangkok. The airport shares its runway with an Indian Air Force base, a common arrangement across many Indian civil airports.
Runways at Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 9177 ft (2797 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | PEM |
| 15/33 | 5223 ft (1592 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.6 MHz |
| TWR(HO) | 124.3 MHz | |
| TWR/APP | TWR | 125.25 MHz |
Airports near Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
- Kishangarh Airport Ajmer (KQH) — 102.6 km (63.8 mi)
- Kota Airport (KTU) — 185.1 km (115.0 mi)
- Agra Airport / Agra Air Force Station (AGR) — 216.1 km (134.3 mi)
- Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) — 230.3 km (143.1 mi)
- Noida International Airport (DXN) — 232.9 km (144.7 mi)
- Gwalior Airport (GWL) — 247.4 km (153.7 mi)
- Maharaja Agrasen International Airport (HSS) — 262.7 km (163.2 mi)
- Jodhpur Airport (JDH) — 282.2 km (175.4 mi)
JAI sits roughly 13 kilometers from central Jaipur at an elevation around 1,300 feet, operates a single main runway, and ranks among northern India's busiest regional gateways for domestic travel.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Jaipur International Airport?
The IATA code for Jaipur International Airport is JAI.
What is the ICAO code for Jaipur International Airport?
The ICAO code for Jaipur International Airport is VIJP. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.