Amritsar Airport (ATQ) — Live Flight Status, Arrivals & Departures
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport — ATQ is the busiest airport in Punjab and handles the highest volume of NRI (UK, Canada, Australia diaspora) international traffic in north India after Delhi. Heavy seasonal surge during Diwali and Gurpurab.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines operating at Amritsar Airport
| Airline | Terminal (dep / arr) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | IndiGo runs the most flights from Amritsar — Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, plus Dubai, Sharjah, Kuala Lu |
| SG | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | SpiceJet domestic and international flights from ATQ use Terminal 1. |
| QP | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | Akasa Air operates select domestic routes from Amritsar Terminal 1. |
| AI | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic and international flights including London (LHR) non-stop from ATQ. |
| IX | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | Air India Express operates Gulf routes (Sharjah, Dubai, Muscat) from Amritsar. |
| G9 | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | Air Arabia operates Sharjah (SHJ) from Amritsar Terminal 1. |
| FZ | Terminal 1 / Terminal 1 | flydubai operates Dubai (DXB) from ATQ. |
About Amritsar Airport
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (IATA: ATQ) is the primary airport serving Amritsar, India. ATQ is the busiest airport in Punjab and handles the highest volume of NRI (UK, Canada, Australia diaspora) international traffic in north India after Delhi. Heavy seasonal surge during Diwali and Gurpurab. The airport has a single integrated terminal. 7+ airlines operate from this airport including major Indian carriers (IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, Air India Express) and international airlines.
Getting to Amritsar airport: No metro. ATQ is 11 km from Golden Temple / Amritsar city centre — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹350).
For passengers arriving at Amritsar airport
Tracking an arriving flight? Use the search field above with the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803). Allow time for immigration (15–45 minutes on international), baggage claim (10–25 minutes), and Customs (5–15 minutes on international arrivals). For early-morning arrivals, expect 10–20 minute longer waits.
For passengers departing Amritsar airport
Recommended airport-arrival lead times: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport queues by doing web check-in online OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and WhatsApp you the boarding pass.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live flight status at Amritsar airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For ATQ-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Amritsar airport?
Approximately 7+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Amritsar airport (ATQ), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Amritsar airport have multiple terminals?
Amritsar airport (ATQ) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Amritsar airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Amritsar (ATQ): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Amritsar airport?
Amritsar airport's IATA code is ATQ. The full official airport name is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Amritsar airport from the city?
No metro. ATQ is 11 km from Golden Temple / Amritsar city centre — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹350).
Last updated: 26 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.