Travelling from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Shillong Airport (SHL): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RPR to SHL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is a top stopover on the RPR to SHL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR) to Shillong Airport (SHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport flight is Rs22,134. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs67,230. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from RPR to SHL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Swami Vivekananda Airport (RPR)
72.58% of flights that leave from Swami Vivekananda Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Swami Vivekananda Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Raipur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to RPR? If you've booked an early flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shillong Airport (SHL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SHL instead:
Getting from Shillong Airport (SHL) to central Shillong
Shillong Airport to central Shillong has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shillong Airport (SHL)
The quietest month for a flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Shillong based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Swami Vivekananda Airport to Shillong Airport for June if you want to explore Shillong during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 24ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RPR to SHL in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 18ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Shillong, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel around 483 kilometres south-west to Kolkata to tick off its top attractions. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in India, head for Guwahati, about 64 kilometres north of Shillong. Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji temple and Rest Camp Navagraha Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
