Airport

Dibrugarh Airport

Dibrugarh Airport (DIB)

The Dibrugarh Airport is also known as the Mohanbari Airport because it is located at Mohanbari, which is roughly 15 kilometers to the northeast of the city of Dibrugarh in Assam. It is one of the oldest airports in the Eastern part of India. The Dibrugarh Airport is in fact the easternmost airport in the country.

With 2 aerobridges, this airport becomes the third airport in eastern India after Kolkata and Guwahati to provide the services of an aerobridge. This city is known as the Tea City of India and is emerging as an industrial and communication hub.

Flight Information

The Dibrugarh Airport provides 2 daily flights to the national capital of New Delhi. In addition, there are flights from Dibrugarh to Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Dimapur. The airlines that operate scheduled flights from this airport include Indigo, Jet Airways, Jet Lite, and Air India.

Air India Regional runs flights between Dibrugarh and Guwahati. The Pawan Hans Helicopter Service is available to Pasighat, Itanagar, and NaharLagun. The most popular routes with 8 and 7 weekly flights respectively are Dibrugarh to Ahmedabad and Dibrugarh and New Delhi.

Terminals

The domestic terminal at the Dibrugarh Airport covers an area of over 10,500 square meters. The total capacity of this terminal is 250 each for departures and arrivals. There are 4 boarding gates with 10 check-in counters and 2 security checks. Additionally, there are 2 aerobridges and 5 remote parking bays at the Dibrugarh Airport terminal.

Traveling Around

To travel around the city of Dibrugarh passengers can choose between general taxi or car rental services. This city is also well-connected with state buses and trains that travel to all the major destinations in the country.

Local travel is quite simple as there are city buses that cover the entire district. These buses operate daily during the day. Travelers on a limited budget can travel in auto-rickshaws within the city. Another excellent way to travel around the town is on motorcycles, and the city even hosts guided motorcycling tours.

Services and Facilities

Passengers can easily transport their luggage using the free trolleys that are available in plenty at the Dibrugarh Airport. Other services available include telephone booths, a security hold area, wheelchairs, childcare rooms, a lost and found baggage counter, and medical facilities. Escort services for infirm, physically challenged, and senior travelers are also available at the Dibrugarh Airport.

Things to Do

Travelers can enjoy sumptuous meals at the snack bar and the restaurant that is located within the airport terminal. Shopping outlets for men’s wear and other items can also be found at this airport.

Hotels

Dibrugarh caters to every traveler with a variety of hotels for those on a shoestring budget as well as for those used to living in the lap of luxury. Mid-range hotels close to the Dibrugarh Airport include Monalisa and Hotel Devika. Other available options include Rajawas, Little Palace, East End, Raj Palace, Maurya, and Natraj. The Dibrugarh Club House is a luxury hotel located at a distance of 17 kilometers from the Dibrugarh Airport.

Tips for Fliers

Travelers must take advantage of the guided motorcycles tours to travel within the state of Assam and other adjoining states.

Nearby Attractions

Travelers should make it a point to visit the tea gardens to enjoy the natural beauty and also enjoy the sunset at the Brahmaputra River. Other tourist destinations include Radhakrishna Mandir, Lakshminath Bezbaruah Udyan, Jokai Botanical Garden, Tilinga Mandir, and Koli Aai Thaan. Popular shopping destinations in Dibrugarh include Prince Market, Malsons Market, Khan Market, and Paltan Market.

FAQs

  1. What are the top airline brands that operate from airport frequently?
    The top airline brands that operate from airport frequently are – Jet Airways, Air India and IndiGo.
  2. What is the airport code for airport?
    The IATA code for the airport is DIB.
  3. What are the most frequent routes from airport?
    The most popular sectors from airport are Dibrugarh to Guwahati with 49 weekly flights respectively.
  4. When does the first flight leave from airport?
    The first flight from to Guwahati is at 11:40 AM, which is Jet Airways airline 2480 followed by Jet Airways 2480 which leaves at 12:05 PM.
  5. When does the last flight leave from airport?
    IndiGo 206 to Guwahati is the last flight that departs from airport at 2:40 PM.