Ayodhya Airport is scheduled to commence regular flights from January 6, 2024. As the Ram Mandir Inauguration approaching, the Ayodhya administration anticipates a significant increase in visitors after the inauguration of the Ram Temple on January 22, 2024. Simultaneously, the ‘Maryada Purshottam Shriram International airport‘ in Ayodhya is in its final stages of phase-I and preparation for its opening in full swing.
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Ayodhya Airport Opening Date
Get ready to fly to the holy city Ayodhya! IndiGo announces its inaugural flight from Delhi on December 30, 2023, followed by regular flights starting January 6, 2024. This marks Ayodhya as the airline’s 86th domestic destination. Additionally, tri-weekly flights connecting Ahmedabad and Ayodhya are scheduled to commence on January 11, 2024.
As per statement by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Airport.
About Ayodhya Airport Project
The Ayodhya international airport, also known as ‘Maryada Purshottam Shriram International airport‘, is in Faizabad, Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) is overseeing the development, the airport, built at a cost of Rs 350 crore.
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Ayodhya Airport Capacity
The airport is expected to accommodating 600 passengers during peak hours and serving 10,00,000 passengers annually. It aims to provide direct access to Ayodhya, a significant religious destination, improving infrastructure for arriving passengers and contributing to the industrial, business, and tourism sectors.
Ayodhya Airport Location
The Ayodhya international airport is near National Highway 27 and Faizabad Junction railway station. It is situated 125km away from the Chaudhary Charan Singh international airport(Lucknow). The distance between Ram Mandir (Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Complex) and the soon-to-be open Ayodhya Airport is about 9 km.
As soon as the airport is operational, more details will be shared here.
Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)
Is airport available in Ayodhya?
Yes, ‘Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram‘ international Airport is set to open on December 30, 2023 and will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Is Faizabad airport operational?
Not yet, Its inauguration on December 30, 2023 and regular flights will start form January 6, 2024 by Indigo.
Which company is building Ayodhya Airport?
Airports Authority of India (AAI).
Who owns the Ayodhya airport?
Government of India.
How to reach Ayodhya by flight?
As Ayodhya Airport is not yet operational, the nearest airport to Ayodhya is Lucknow International Airport. Alternatively, travelers can also reach Ayodhya from Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, and Varanasi Airports.
Is Ayodhya airport domestic or international?
An international airport. IATA code – AYJ
Is Ayodhya temple ready?
Yes, Grand inauguration of the Ram Temple is on January 22, 2024.
How far is Ayodhya Ram Mandir from nearest airport?
The distance between Ram Mandir (Ram Janmabhoomi Temple Complex) and the soon-to-be open Ayodhya Airport is about 9 km.