Srinagar Airport (SXR) — Live Arrivals Today
Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport — SXR is operated as a military-civil enclave. Security checks are more thorough than most Indian airports — arrive 90–120 min before departure. Heavy tourist traffic May–September. Some flights may be delayed or cancelled due to low visibility / fog, especially Oct–March.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines arriving at Srinagar Airport
| Airline | Terminal (arrival) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo operates the most flights from SXR — daily to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata. Summer frequency incr |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet operates domestic routes from Srinagar. |
| QP | Terminal 1 | Akasa Air operates select routes from SXR. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic routes from Srinagar including Air India Express. |
Tracking Srinagar airport arrivals
For real-time Srinagar airport arrival status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display screens or the operating airline's website. IndiGo arrivals can be tracked via the IndiGo app or goindigo.in. Air India arrivals via airindia.com or the Maharaja Club app. SpiceJet arrivals via spicejet.com. Live arrivals data on this page updates every 60–90 seconds.
If you're picking up a passenger arriving at Srinagar airport, account for: (1) immigration clearance (15–45 minutes on international arrivals), (2) baggage claim (10–25 minutes), (3) Customs (5–15 minutes on international). For early-morning arrivals between 0500–0700, expect 10–20 minute longer waits. No metro. SXR is 14 km from Lal Chowk / Dal Lake area — 25–35 min by taxi (₹400–₹600, higher in peak tourist season).
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live arrival status at Srinagar 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 SXR-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Srinagar airport?
Approximately 4+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Srinagar airport (SXR), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Srinagar airport have multiple terminals?
Srinagar airport (SXR) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Srinagar airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Srinagar (SXR): 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 Srinagar airport?
Srinagar airport's IATA code is SXR. The full official airport name is Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Srinagar airport from the city?
No metro. SXR is 14 km from Lal Chowk / Dal Lake area — 25–35 min by taxi (₹400–₹600, higher in peak tourist season).
What is the delay risk for flights arriving at Srinagar airport?
Live arrival-delay risk depends on origin airport weather, en-route weather, ATC congestion at Srinagar (SXR), and the specific airline's on-time performance (IndiGo and Akasa typically lead at ~80-85% OTP). For accurate per-flight delay risk, track the specific flight number using the live search above.
Last updated: 28 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.