Nearest Airport to Manas National Park

Manas has no airport — the nearest is Guwahati (GAU), about 145 km away, with Barpeta Road the closest railhead.

✈️ Nearest: Guwahati (GAU)🚗 ~145 km · 3.5–4.5 hrs🚆 Railhead: Barpeta Road (~22 km)
Last updated: June 2026 · confirm flight availability and schedules before booking
⚠️ There is no airport in Manas National Park Manas National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage tiger reserve on the Assam–Bhutan border, has no airport of its own. The nearest is Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), about 145 km away, which is also the wider-network gateway for the whole region. From there it is a scenic 3.5–4.5 hour drive to the park.

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Guwahati (Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi)
GAU
Distance: ~145 km to Manas
Drive time: 3.5–4.5 hours
The nearest airport and the main gateway to the Northeast, with the most flights across India. Taxis and pre-arranged park transfers run to the Bansbari/Mathanguri range.
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By Train

🚆 The nearest railhead is Barpeta Road, about 22 km from the park; from there taxis run to the Bansbari gate. Barpeta Road is reachable by train via Guwahati.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an airport in Manas?
No. Manas National Park has no airport of its own. The nearest is Guwahati (GAU), about 145 km away, which is also the main gateway airport for Northeast India.
Which is the nearest airport to Manas?
The nearest airport is Guwahati's Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), about 145 km away and a 3.5–4.5 hour drive to the park gates.
How do I reach Manas by flight?
Fly into Guwahati (GAU), then continue by taxi or pre-arranged transfer to the Bansbari range, about 145 km away. Many visitors break the journey at Barpeta Road, the nearest town with a railway station.
What is the nearest railway station to Manas?
The nearest railhead is Barpeta Road, about 22 km from the park, reachable by train via Guwahati. Taxis run from the station to the Bansbari gate.
What is the best time to visit Manas?
The park is generally open from November to April, with the cooler, drier months of November to March best for wildlife and safaris. It closes during the monsoon.

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