Pant Nagar Airport, Pantnagar Uttarakhand: Nainital

Pant Nagar Airport is located in Pantnagar, Uttarakhand. It serves as a domestic airport primarily catering to flights within India. The airport is approximately 2 kilometers southwest of Pantnagar city center and around 72 kilometers from Nainital. It offers limited connectivity and is primarily used by travelers visiting the Kumaon region, including popular destinations like Nainital, Jim Corbett National Park, and Ranikhet.

It’s managed by the Airport Authority of India and has the airport code IATA: PGH and ICAO: VIPT. The airport is particularly significant for tourists due to its proximity to popular destinations in the Kumaon area known for their natural beauty and cultural attractions.

Pantnagar Airport to Nainital Distance

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Pant Nagar Airport  in Pantnagar

There are plans to expand the airstrip to 7000 feet in length and 45 meters in width to accommodate larger aircraft like Airbus and Boeing. On June 16, 2015, Air India replaced the older 42-seater ATR-42 with a new French-made ATR-72 to handle the increased passenger traffic.

Flights Schedule of Pant Nagar Airport

Currently, only Alliance Air (a regional domestic airline under Air India) provides flights from Pantnagar Airport to Delhi Airport on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. The flight schedule is as follows:

Flights from Delhi to Pantnagar

• Departure Time: 01:00 pm | Arrival Time: 02:00 pm
• Departure Time: 02:30 pm | Arrival Time: 03:30 pm

Flights from Pantnagar to Delhi

• Departure Time: To be confirmed (between Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun and Pantnagar Airport)
• Dehradun to Pantnagar flight time: 3:05 pm
• Pantnagar to Dehradun flight time: 1:40 pm
• Direct flight cost between Dehradun and Pantnagar: Approx. 1500 INR (one way) for adults

Flights Between Pithoragarh Airport (Naini Saini) and Pant Nagar Airport

• Pantnagar to Pithoragarh: Departure Time: 11:30 am | Arrival Time: 12:00 pm | Duration: 30 mins
• Pithoragarh to Pantnagar: Departure Time: 10:40 am | Arrival Time: 11:10 am | Duration: 30 mins
• Direct flight cost between Pantnagar and Pithoragarh: Approx. 1410 INR (one way) for adults

Pant Nagar Airport in Uttarakhand offers several basic facilities for travelers:

• Luggage Facility: Baggage services are available at the terminal, with trolleys provided for passenger convenience.
• Shops and Refreshments: There are a few stores offering snacks and light refreshments.
• Transportation Options:

By Bus:

Although the bus station is a bit far, private cabs or taxis are readily available outside the airport. Buses also connect to tourist destinations like Nainital, Ranikhet, Almora, and Jim Corbett from Pantnagar or nearby cities like Haldwani.

By Train:

Pantnagar Railway Station is about 5 km away and connects well with major cities across India. Cabs are easily available from the railway station to hill stations like Nainital, Bhimtal, Ranikhet, and Almora.

Major Tourist Destinations Near Pant Nagar Airport:

• Nainital: 65 km
• Bhimtal: 50 km
• Ranikhet: 110 km
• Almora: 120 km
• Jim Corbett National Park: 120 km

Facilities at Pant Nagar Airport

Pantnagar is a regional domestic airport with some basic facilities:

• Luggage Facility: Baggage services are available at the terminal, including trolleys for passengers to easily manage their luggage.
• Places to Shop and Eat: There are a few stores in the airport offering snacks and light refreshments.

Transportation Facility from Pant Nagar Airport

• By Bus: The bus station is a little far from Pantnagar Airport. Private cabs or taxis are available outside the airport for easy access to your destination. Buses to tourist destinations like Nainital, Ranikhet, Almora, and Jim Corbett are available from Pantnagar or nearby cities like Haldwani.
• By Train: Pantnagar Railway Station is approximately 5 km away. It is well connected to major cities, with numerous daily trains. Cabs are easily available from the railway station to hill stations like Nainital, Bhimtal, Ranikhet, and Almora.

Major Tourist Destinations near Pant Nagar Airportt

Pantnagar is the only commercial airport in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, making it the primary landing spot for tourists visiting Nainital and nearby places. Here are the distances from Pantnagar Airport to various tourist destinations:

• Lal Kuan Railway Station: 4 km
• Haldwani: 9 km
• Kathgodam: 25 km
• Ramnagar: 30 km
• Kashipur: 97 km
• Nainital: 71 km
• Bhimtal: 65 km
• Ranikhet: 110 km
• Almora: 120 km
• Jim Corbett National Park: 120 km

FAQ

• Q. Pantnagar Airport to Haldwani distance
• Ans. Pantnagar airport to Haldwani distance is about 30 km  / 1 hour road drive
• Q. Pantnagar to Ranikhet distance
• Ans. Pantnagar to Ranikhet distance is about  110 km takes around 3 -4 hours to reach.
• Q. Pantnagar to Mukteshwar distance
• Ans. It is 100 km / 3 hours road trip.
• Q. Flights from Dehradun to Pantnagar
• Ans. There are direct flight from Dehradun to Pantnagar but depends upon the traffic.
• Q. Pantnagar to Almora flight
• Ans. Almora does not have Airport, you have only one option to drive Almora, by road