Travelling from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Shillong Airport (SHL): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BBI to SHL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is a well-known stop between BBI and SHL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Shillong Airport (SHL)
At the moment, RM328 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM634. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BBI to SHL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport.
Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Of the departures from Biju Patnaik International Airport, 68.08% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Biju Patnaik International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Bhubaneswar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BBI. Whether you have an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Shillong Airport (SHL)
Consider staying in a hotel near SHL if you're taking a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Shillong Airport (SHL) to central Shillong
From Shillong Airport, Shillong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Shillong Airport (SHL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Shillong. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Shillong Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Shillong, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BBI to SHL in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Shillong, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 483 kilometres south-west to Kolkata to check off its popular sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of India, head for Guwahati, roughly 64 kilometres north of Shillong. Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji temple and Rest Camp Navagraha Temple are key reasons to visit.
