{"id":13937,"date":"2026-01-12T06:53:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T01:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travanya.com\/blog\/?p=13937"},"modified":"2026-01-16T10:23:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T04:53:10","slug":"airports-with-hill-stations-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travanya.com\/blog\/airlines-and-airports\/airports-with-hill-stations-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Airports with Hill Stations in India: Fly Directly to the Mountains!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Travelling by flight is one of the easiest and fastest ways to reach any hill station<\/strong><\/a>. From Himachal Pradesh to Kashmir, Meghalaya to Ooty many popular hill stations now have airports nearby which makes your journey super convenient. Knowing the nearest airport to Manali, Shimla, or Dharamshala can save you hours of road travel and make your trip way more comfortable. This guide covers hill stations with airport access, nearby airports<\/strong><\/a>, and useful flight tips<\/strong><\/a>, so you can reach the hills faster and start your vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Popular Hill Stations with Nearby Airports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many hill stations in India are now much easier to reach thanks to nearby airports. You don\u2019t have to sit through long, tiring road journeys anymore. A short flight followed by a beautiful drive is often all it takes to reach the mountains. Below are some popular hill stations and the airports closest to them, so you can plan your trip smartly and save time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hill Station<\/strong><\/td>Nearest Airport<\/strong><\/td>Approx Distance<\/strong><\/td>State<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Manali<\/strong><\/td>Bhuntar Airport (KUU)<\/td>~50 km<\/td>Himachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
Shimla<\/strong><\/td>Jubbarhatti Airport (SLV)<\/td>~22 km<\/td>Himachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
Dharamshala<\/strong><\/td>Kangra Airport (DHM)<\/td>~12 km<\/td>Himachal Pradesh<\/td><\/tr>
Mussoorie<\/strong><\/td>Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED)<\/td>~60 km<\/td>Uttarakhand<\/td><\/tr>
Gulmarg<\/strong><\/td>Srinagar Airport (SXR)<\/td>~56 km<\/td>Jammu & Kashmir<\/td><\/tr>
Leh<\/strong><\/td>Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL)<\/td>~4 km<\/td>Ladakh<\/td><\/tr>
Ooty<\/strong><\/td>Coimbatore Airport (CJB)<\/td>~85 km<\/td>Tamil Nadu<\/td><\/tr>
Meghalaya (Shillong)<\/strong><\/td>Shillong Airport (SHL)<\/td>~30 km<\/td>Meghalaya<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How to Reach These Hill Stations from Nearby Airports?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is generally easy to get to your favourite hill station after you have landed at the nearest airport. Most airports have taxis, shared cabs and occasionally buses readily available outside their terminals. Here is a brief guide on how to get to each of the following hill stations after landing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Manali (via Bhuntar Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Bhuntar Airport is the nearest airport to Manali<\/strong><\/a>, located approximately 50 km away<\/strong>. From here, you may take a taxi or a shared cab<\/strong>. The journey takes about 2 to 3 hours<\/strong> and along the way you will get to enjoy beautiful views of the river and mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Shimla (via Jubbarhatti Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      Jubbarhatti is the closest airport to Shimla<\/strong><\/a>, the distance from there to the city is 22 km.<\/strong> Taxis<\/strong> are the most reliable and comfortable option and the ride usually takes less than an hour depending on the conditions of the traffic and weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Dharamshala (via Kangra Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        Kangra Airport is the nearest airport to Dharamshala, which is around 12 km away<\/strong>. It is a short and smooth drive that makes Dharamshala one of the quickest hill station to fly to in Himachal Pradesh<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Mussoorie (via Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          The best option for Mussoorie is Jolly Grant Airport, which is located in Dehradun<\/strong><\/a>. The hill station comes to about 60 km<\/strong> and the road trip takes around 2 hours<\/strong>. The taxis and buses are very frequent from the airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. Gulmarg (via Srinagar Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            The nearest airport to Gulmarg is Srinagar Airport<\/strong><\/a>, which is around 56 km away<\/strong>. The most common way of getting from the airport to Gulmarg is taxis<\/strong>, and the driving time is about 2 to 3 hours <\/strong>through the beautiful Kashmir<\/strong><\/a> valleys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            1. Leh (via Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              The Kushok Bakula Rimpochee airport is in very close proximity to the town and thus is the nearest airport to Leh Ladakh<\/strong><\/a>. The distance is only 4 km<\/strong>, so you can be at your hotel in 10\u201315 minutes<\/strong> via taxi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              1. Ooty (via Coimbatore Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                Coimbatore Airport <\/strong><\/a>is the nearest airport to Ooty, which is about 85 km away<\/strong>. The drive takes 3 hours<\/strong> and includes ghat road which is very twisty, thus a comfortable cab should be your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                1. Meghalaya \u2013 Shillong (via Shillong Airport)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  Shillong Airport<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>is the airport closest to Meghalaya, located approximately 30 km<\/strong> from the city. Taxis <\/strong>are readily available, and the trip time is usually about an hour through the green surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Best Time to Visit These Hill Stations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  In order to ease trip planning, a quick table is provided below indicating the best time to visit a particular hill station. This assists you in choosing the time for flight booking and avoiding travel difficulties due to weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  Hill Station<\/strong><\/td>Best Time to Visit<\/strong><\/td>What to Expect<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
                  Manali<\/td>March to June, December to February<\/td>Pleasant weather in summer, snowfall in winter<\/td><\/tr>
                  Shimla<\/td>March to June, December to February<\/td>Cool climate, great for sightseeing and snow lovers<\/td><\/tr>
                  Dharamshala<\/td>September to November, March to May<\/td>Clear skies, peaceful vibes, perfect for exploring<\/td><\/tr>
                  Mussoorie<\/td>March to June, September to November<\/td>Mild weather, beautiful views, perfect for family trips<\/td><\/tr>
                  Gulmarg<\/td>December to February, April to June<\/td>Snow activities in winter, beauty in summer<\/td><\/tr>
                  Leh<\/td>May to September<\/td>Open roads, comfortable weather, smooth flight operations<\/td><\/tr>
                  Ooty<\/td>October to June<\/td>Cool temperatures, green tea gardens, relaxed travel<\/td><\/tr>
                  Meghalaya (Shillong)<\/td>October to April<\/td>Pleasant climate, less rainfall, easy road travel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                  Things to Do at Hill Stations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  No matter which hill station you visit, some experiences are common everywhere and truly make the trip special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n