A state in eastern India, Jharkhand has started gaining economic growth with its wide variety of rich minerals. Besides industries and mining, the tourism industry also contributes to the growth of the economy in this state. Jharkhand airports play a key role here, as they form a transportation network to facilitate the process of international business and tourism.

This article will help you to learn about different airports present in Jharkhand along with their associated details. Keep reading to know more.

Jharkhand airports act as a gateway to the international markets and make it easier for local businesspeople to carry out their businesses. If you are curious to know the number of airports in Jharkhand, there are about 8 of them. However, not all of these are operational.

Note: The services and other factors keep changing frequently. So, please verify all information before planning your trip.

Check out the detailed list mentioned below for better clarification:

1. Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), Ranchi

Birsa Munda Airport, also called Ranchi Airport, is located exactly at Hinoo in Ranchi. The airport has been named so to honour the Indian freedom fighter and tribal leader, Birsa Munda whose origin was in Ranchi.

Among others, this is the busiest airport in Jharkhand. It is only 7 km from the city centre, which makes it most convenient for travellers.

• Address: Chowk, Pawan Colony, Hinoo, Ranchi, Jharkhand, 834002
• ICAO Code: VERC
• IATA Code: IXR
• Category: International airport
• Terminals: It has only one passenger terminal. The newly launched international terminal can take up to 200 international and 500 domestic travellers.
• Services & Amenities: 
  • VIP lounge
  • Meet and greet
  • ATMs
  • Free trolleys
  • Assistance for old or disabled travellers
  • Executive protection bodyguards
  • First-aid
  • Lost baggage services 
  • Car rental services

2. Deoghar Airport (DGH), Deoghar

Built in 2022, this airport can handle about 200 passengers during peak times on an hourly basis. It is only 12 km from the city centre, which makes it easily accessible to the residents. With a 2,500-metre-long runway, this airport handles airlines like IndiGo. The terminal building can accommodate up to five lakh passengers annually.

• Address: CPW2+JH Deoghar, Jharkhand
• ICAO Code: VEDO
• IATA Code: DGH
• Category: Domestic airport
• Terminals: It has a single terminal building that accommodates about 200 passengers. It is about 4,000 m long and completely convenient and user-friendly. 
• Services & Amenities: 
  • 24-hour first-aid and medical inspection 
  • Childcare rooms 
  • Trolley gates
  • Wheelchair facilities 
  • Dining options 
  • Parking space 

3. Sonari Airport (IXW), Jamshedpur

Sonari Airport, also known as Jamshedpur Airport, is built on 25 acres of land. Among Jharkhand airports, Sonari is the second-busiest after Ranchi airport. Tata Group inaugurated this airport in 1940, and it is conveniently located 4.4 km from the city centre.

It offers flights to Bhubaneshwar and Kolkata with airlines like IndiaOne Air. The government is planning for a new airport at Dhalbhumgarh, as there is no space for expansion here.

• Address: Airport Road, Sonari, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand 831011
• ICAO Code: VEJS
• IATA Code: IXW
• Category: Domestic airport
• Terminals: There is a single terminal building here that handles both domestic and private chartered flights.
• Services & Amenities: 
  • Baggage services
  • Duty-free shopping
  • Snacks and beverage stalls
  • Transport facilities

4. Bokaro Airport, Bokaro

Bokaro Airport is ready to begin its commercial flights in June 2023. It was built in the 1960s when it mainly handled private flights for the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). Its terminal can manage a maximum of 300 passengers during busy hours.

As it is only 4.1 km from the city centre, it has good connectivity. It is currently expecting a major expansion in terms of its runway and overall facilities.

• Address: J5V2+P6X, Sector 12, Bokaro Steel City, Jharkhand 827001
• ICAO Code: VEBK
• IATA Code: N/A
• Category: Domestic airport
• Terminals: It has a 3,500 m long single terminal building, which handles all the flights here.
• Services & Amenities:
  • Strong security system
  • Check-in desks
  • Medical services
  • Airport lounges

5. Sido Kanhu Airport, Dumka

Sido Kanhu Airport, commonly known as Dumka Airport is located in Asansol of Dumka. Its commercial flights are not operational currently. However, the expansion process of the airport is under construction and it will soon start its scheduled commercial services.

At present, only gliders, state government aircraft and private firms use this airport. After its initiation, people from this airport can travel to Ranchi and Kolkata.

• Address: 67J9+M57, Asansol, Jharkhand 814119
• ICAO Code: IN-0100
• IATA Code: N/A
• Category: Private airport
• Terminals: This airport has a single terminal building. 
• Operator: Airport Authority of India
• Services & Amenities: NA

6. Dhalbhumgarh Airport, Dhalbhumgarh

Dhalbhumgarh Airport will be the new Jamshedpur International Airport in Jharkhand. The initiation of this project dates back to COVID-19 and is getting continuously delayed.

However, the government is working to clear all papers which are essential to start the project. It is expected that this airport will have the capacity to take more passengers as compared to Ranchi Airport.