List of Domestic Airports in Sikkim

The countries of Tibet, Bhutan, and Nepal surround the northeastern state of Sikkim. India's highest mountain peak, Mount Kanchenjunga, lies in this state. Besides, this region is known for its beautiful landscape and tourist attractions. It is ideal for sightseeing, trekking, skiing, and camping.

For the convenience of tourists, the Indian Prime Minister has established an airport in Sikkim. Keep reading to know about it in detail.

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List of all Airports in Sikkim

Name of the Airport & Location	Type
Pakyong Airport, Gangtok	Domestic Airport

List of Domestic Airports in Sikkim

There is only one noteworthy airport in Sikkim that helps its residents to travel to the rest of the country. From this airport, you can avail flights for domestic travel.

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

1. Pakyong Airport, Gangtok

Pakyong Airport is the one and only Greenfield Airport in the Northeast. The airport started its commercial flight operations in October 2018. It is a domestic airport in the state's capital city, Gangtok. The airport is about 30 kilometres in the southern part of Gangtok, spread across an area of beyond 200 acres. Both SpiceJet and Druk Air have commenced their airlifts to Pakyong. As a result, reaching the city has become very easy.

Address: 6HGQ+M38, Dikling Rd, Pakyong, Sikkim - 737106
ICAO Code: VEPY
IATA Code: PYG
Category: Domestic Airport
Terminals: The airport has one terminal building covering an area of more than 25000 square feet and can house 100 passengers. Besides, it has a car park for almost 100 vehicles and a fire station cum Air Traffic Control Tower.
Services & Amenities Available:
- Free baggage facilities
- Wheelchairs for persons with disabilities (PWD)
- Shopping outlets
- Chemist shops
- Eateries and cafes

So, this is all about the only airport in Sikkim which enables its citizens to travel to various places and visitors from different areas of India to visit here. If you plan a foreign trip, you can access the nearest international airport at Bagdogra.

FAQs About the Airports in Sikkim

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Which cities are ideal for reaching airports in Sikkim?

Singtam, Rangpo, and Namchi are the important and busiest cities with the proper roadway and railway networks, from where you can visit Gangtok to board flights and travel to other states of India.

Which is the international airport of Sikkim?

The closest international airport to Sikkim is the Bagdogra International Airport, about 120 kilometres from Sikkim. This airport features limited international operations to Thailand and Bhutan.

What is the significance of the IATA code in the airport of Sikkim?

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) code helps identify an airline alongside the traffic documents (passenger tickets, airway bills, baggage checks, etc.) and its destination.