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Amritsar in Punjab, India, is a major cultural, spiritual and economic centre. As the largest urban centre of Punjab, Amritsar draws a large number of both international and domestic travellers in pursuit of spiritual enrichment. In addition to its spiritual allure, the city's thriving employment opportunities and rich cultural heritage make it a compelling destination for travellers.

Flying Air India

Air India has introduced thrice a week (Wednesday, Friday, Sunday)  flights between London Gatwick Airport (UK) and Sri Guru Ram Das Jee International Airport, Amritsar (India), to meet the growing travel demands. Now, tourists may easily visit Amritsar and experience everything that India's favourite holiday destination has to offer. The new direct flights give travellers a comfortable option to travel to India, especially during the holiday season.

Air India is reinstating and leasing aircraft to enhance connectivity for Indian travellers to access global destinations and international events. With our flights, travellers can also expect crew members to speak in Indian languages, allowing seamless and easy conversations to make your journey better.

Air India is a premier airline, with a network that includes the USA, Canada, the UK, Europe, the Far East, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Gulf. Furthermore, being a Star Alliance member, 26 other foreign airlines' loyalty programmes are linked to ours. 

Airport Information

Amritsar Airport stands as the second-largest in Northern India, operating over 100 daily domestic and international flights. The inauguration of its new terminal in 2009 significantly expanded its capacity and upgraded services. During peak hours, the terminal can accommodate up to 1,200 passengers per hour, with an annual passenger volume of approximately 4 million.

 

Key services offered at Amritsar International Airport

Currency and cash

Currency and cash

Childcare rooms and baby strollers

Childcare rooms and baby strollers

Airport Medical Services

Airport Medical Services

ATM

ATM

Food and beverages

Food and beverages

Lost & found

Lost & found

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct Non-Stop international flights between London Gatwick - Amritsar operate on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

The direct nonstop flight between LGW-ATQ takes about 8 hours 5 minutes to reach its destination.

The code for London Gatwick Airport  is: LGW

The code for Amritsar International Airport is: ATQ

London Gatwick Airport, located in Crawley, West Sussex, is the second busiest airport in the UK after London Heathrow Airport. Operating out of 2 terminals - North and South Terminal, London Gatwick Airport is well connected with the city of London and other destinations.

 

Key services offered at London Gatwick Airport

Luggage-services

Luggage services

Currency-and-cash

Currency and cash

Free-WiFi

Free WiFi

Porter-service

Porter service

Meet & Assist

Meet & Assist

Restaurants & Food

Restaurants & Food

Shops & Stores

Shops & Stores

Chapel & Prayer Room

Chapel & Prayer Room

Airport Hotels

Airport Hotels