Rajasthan is famous for its desert, art, culture, and historical significance. Being the home to numerous palaces, forts, historical monuments founded by Mughal and Rajput rulers, and the 9th largest desert worldwide, it lures millions of tourists and travellers globally.

If you are planning to visit Rajasthan or are an inhabitant of this state and desiring to travel to any other place across India or overseas, knowing about the current airports in Rajasthan can be of immense help.

The ever-flourishing tourism business, high standard of living, and huge physical capacity are the major factors behind the growth of many airports in Rajasthan. This has fortified its connectivity and transportation system, making them more flexible and convenient. Both international and domestic travel facilities are available in these airports. 

The following is the list of all the airports in Rajasthan for your consideration:

Note: Keep in mind that the services and other factors change frequently. Therefore, please verify all information before planning your trip.

1. Jaipur International Airport, Jaipur

The Jaipur International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Rajasthan and 13th busiest airport in India. The airport is located about 10 kilometres away from the capital city of Jaipur. It began operating international flights on 29th December 2009. 

Besides, the Airport plans to expand its infrastructural facilities by introducing smarter and faster internet connectivity along with more focus on security.

• Address - Airport Rd, Sanganer, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302029
• ICAO code - VIJP
• IATA code - JAI
• Category - International airport
• Terminals - The Jaipur Airport has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles domestic airlines, while Terminal 2 handles international airlines. 
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Shopping areas 
  • Cafeterias 
  • Incoming and outgoing duty-free shops
  • Medical services
  • Gift shops

2. Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur

The Maharana Pratap Airport is a domestic airport that serves the inhabitants of Udaipur in west Rajasthan. The airport ranked 2nd among the list of non-metro airports in India. It is located at Dabok, almost 22 kilometres east of Udaipur and commenced operations on 16th November 1957. 

• Airport - JV9R+X32, NH 76, Dabok, Rajasthan 313022
• ICAO code - VAUD
• IATA code - UDR
• Category - Domestic Airport
• Terminals - Udaipur Airport also has a single domestic terminal that handles all the domestic airlines and six check-in counters.
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Coffee shops
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Medicinal facility
  • Childcare rooms

3. Jodhpur Airport, Jodhpur

The Jodhpur Airport is situated about 10 kilometres away from the city of Jodhpur and was built in 1920s. Recently, the Airport Authority of India has initiated a project where it will build a new terminal building in the airport.

• Address - 7372+Q6F, Civil Airport Road, Air Force Area, Ratanada, Jodhpur, Rajasthan 342011
• ICAO code - VIJO
• IATA code - JDH
• Category: Civil and Domestic Airport
• Terminals - This airport has a 12-acre civil area with a terminal building covering an almost 6000 square meters area that can accommodate more than 400 passengers per hour.
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Medical services
  • Eateries
  • Shopping centres

4. Jaisalmer Airport, Jaisalmer

Another popular domestic airport of Rajasthan is the Jaisalmer Airport, which is situated almost 13 kilometres away from the city centre. Like the Jodhpur Airport, this airport also has a civil territory on the Indian Air Force base.

• Address - VVC4+68X, Air Force School Rd, Shastri Nagar, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001
• ICAO code - VIJR
• IATA code - JSA
• Category - Civil and Domestic Airport
• Terminals - The AAI has established a new passenger terminal at the southern part of this airfield. The Jaisalmer Airport has a single runway which is 9000 feet long. 
• Services & Amenities Available 
  • ATMs
  • Chemist shops
  • Restaurants and cafeterias
  • Duty-free shopping
  • Tourism information

5. Kota Airport, Kota

The Kota Airport is also a domestic airport established by the Royal family of Kota and later taken over by the state government in 1951. It is located about 7 kilometres away from Kota.

• Address - 5V72+95H, Jhalawar Road, Kota Airport Area, Gumanpura, Kota, Rajasthan 324007
• ICAO code: VIKO
• IATA code: KTU
• Category: Domestic Airport
• Terminals  - The airport has a terminal building covering an area of 400 square metres and can accommodate 50 passengers. Besides, it features an 1131 metres long runway.
• Services & Amenities Available: 
  • ATMs
  • Free medical assistance
  • Duty-free shopping

6. Kishangarh Airport, Kishangarh

Kishangarh Airport is another notable domestic airport that lies about 30 kilometres away from Ajmer. The Kishangarh Airport was inaugurated in 2017. Recently, the Airport Authority of India has decided to add new flights in the airport to enhance connectivity with the rest of the Indian cities.

• Address: Kishangarh, Rajasthan 305801
• ICAO code: VIKG
• IATA code: KQH
• Category: Domestic Airport 
• Terminals - The airport has a 2700 square metres passenger terminal building that can accommodate 150 passengers even in peak hours. The airport features a runway of 2000 metres. 
• Services & Amenities Available: 
  • Child care room
  • Medical and first aid facilities
  • Wheelchairs for disabled persons
  • Smokers lounge

7. Lalgarh Airport, Lalgarh

The Sri Ganganagar Airport, or Lalgarh Airport, is a public airport at Lalgarh Jattan, 20 kilometres east of Sri Ganganagar. The airport is owned and administered by the Rajasthan State Government. Address - R2XC+3WR, 21 Sds, Rajasthan 335037

• ICAO code - None
• IATA code - None
• Category - Public Airport
• Terminals - The airport has one terminal building that covers an area of more than 65 acres with a runway of 1300 metres. Furthermore, a rest house of 125 square metres is available in its terminal building.
• Services & Amenities Available
  • Ramp and freight passenger handling
  • Restaurants 
  • Cleaning and maintenance services
  • Care service for disabled people
  • Medical facilities

8. Nal Airport Station, Bikaner

The Nal Airport Station is situated about 13 kilometres away from Bikaner City and is a civil territory of the Indian Air Force. While it was opened in 1964, regular flights began operations in 2017.

• Address - At Nal Airport, Nal, Rajasthan 334001
• ICAO code - VIBK
• IATA code - BKB
• Category - Civil Airport
• Terminals - The terminal at the Bikaner Airport was inaugurated by the Airport Authority of India (AAI) in June 2014. This terminal can accommodate up to 100 people per hour. The terminal building covers an area of 900 square metres and features check-in counters, a VIP lounge and car parking.
• Services & Amenities Available
  • ATMs
  • Snacks counter
  • Medical facilities

So, these are all about the airports in Rajasthan. Having a crystal-clear idea about the details of airports beforehand can come in handy for residents of this state with plans to visit any other place in India or overseas for a job, education, or leisure. This also applies to travellers, tourists, and others to get to Rajasthan from anywhere in India and abroad.