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Jorhat Airport to the city: how to get there
Quick answer
Jorhat Airport (JRH), also called Rowriah Airport, is about 6 km from the city centre.
- A taxi takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
- Pre-arrange a pick-up, or take a taxi from outside arrivals.
- There's no airport metro or city bus link worth relying on.
Flying is the quickest way into Upper Assam. Jorhat's airport is small and easy, and the drive into town is short, so you can land and be on a tea-garden walk the same afternoon.
Flights to Jorhat
Jorhat Airport has scheduled flights operated by IndiGo and Alliance Air. Routes have included Kolkata and Delhi, and connections via Guwahati. Routes and frequencies change by season, so check the airline apps for current schedules. If there are no flights on your dates, fly to Guwahati and take the train. The Jan Shatabdi runs Guwahati to Jorhat Town.
Getting from the airport to town
- Pre-booked pick-up: the easiest option, especially after dark or with luggage. Many stays, including ours, can arrange one; ask when you book.
- Taxi from the airport: cars usually wait outside arrivals when flights land. Agree the fare before you set off.
- App cabs: availability in Jorhat can be patchy, so don't count on one at the airport.
Distances from Jorhat Airport (approximate)
- Central Jorhat (J.B. Road): about 6 km
- Nimati Ghat, the Majuli ferry: around 20 km, via the city
- Kaziranga (Kohora): about 105 km, roughly 2 hours
- Sivasagar: about an hour or more east, via the city
Tips for arrival day
- Morning flights: you can make a same-day tea garden visit. Majuli needs a dawn start, so keep it for the next day.
- Evening flights: plan a quiet first night and an Assamese dinner.
- Keep some cash. Smaller drivers and eateries may prefer UPI or cash over cards.
Where to stay: NOI Homes, central Jorhat
NOI Homes is a boutique homestay on J.B. Road in central Jorhat. There are two 2BHK apartments, each for up to six guests. NOI Homes Elite is always let as the whole apartment, with two bedrooms (Khwaab and Gulmohar). NOI Homes Privé can be booked whole, or as private rooms: Rajwada, the master suite, and Sukoon, the cosy room.
We're about 6 km from the airport in central Jorhat. Message us your flight number and we can help arrange a pick-up, and point you to a good first meal.
Every stay includes Wi-Fi, free on-site parking, a fully equipped kitchen and 24×7 on-site help. Breakfast and home-cooked Assamese meals are available on request at an extra charge. See the rooms in the catalogue, or check availability.
Planning dates? Message us with your dates and number of guests. We reply on WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of Jorhat airport?
Jorhat Airport (IATA code JRH), also known as Rowriah Airport.
How much is a taxi from Jorhat airport to the city?
Fares vary with season, time of day and vehicle. Agree the price with the driver before leaving, or ask your stay to arrange a pick-up at a fixed rate.
Can I go to Majuli directly from Jorhat airport?
Only with a very early flight, and it's tight. The last ferries leave Nimati Ghat in mid-afternoon. Most travellers stay a night in Jorhat and take an early ferry the next day.
Which airlines fly to Jorhat?
IndiGo and Alliance Air have operated scheduled flights. Check the airlines for current routes, as they change by season.
Timings, fares and seasonal openings in Assam change often. We check this guide regularly, but please confirm locally before you travel. Spotted something out of date? Tell us on WhatsApp.