Travelling from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Shillong Airport (SHL): what you need to know
Your JAI to SHL flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to discover a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is a popular stop between JAI and SHL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Shillong Airport (SHL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport flight is R 1,805. A return plane ticket is currently R 3,561. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JAI to SHL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JAI to SHL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Jaipur Airport (JAI)
Of the departures from Jaipur Airport, 70.28% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Jaipur to Jaipur Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 5 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to JAI:
Arriving at Shillong Airport (SHL)
If you're getting in on a late Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SHL:
Getting from Shillong Airport (SHL) to central Shillong
Shillong Airport to central Shillong has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shillong Airport (SHL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Shillong. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Jaipur Airport to Shillong Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Shillong, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JAI to SHL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Shillong is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 483 kilometres south-west of Shillong, a trip to Kolkata will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
Guwahati is another favourite destination in India and is around 64 kilometres north of Shillong. No trip is complete without seeing Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji temple and Rest Camp Navagraha Temple.