Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 3m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is an international airport serving Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is located at Raja Sansi, 11 km (6.8 mi) northwest from the city centre. It is named after Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru and the founder of Amritsar. The airport is the largest and the busiest airport of Punjab. It is the second-largest airport in Northern India after Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. The airport was the 3rd fastest-growing airport in India during the fiscal year 2017–18. It is a hub of cargo movements, domestically and internationally. The airport is ranked the 6th-best regional airport in India and Central Asia in 2019 and 2020 by Skytrax. The airport is awarded as the best airport in Asia-Pacific in 2020 by Airports Council International. The airport also featured in the top 10 airports in India and South Asia with Best Airport Staff for the year 2024 by Skytrax.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
VIARLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34▸ displaced | 12,000 ft / 3,658 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 124.350 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DELHI | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all India airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
The ICAO code for Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is VIAR, and its IATA code is ATQ.
Where is Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport located?
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is large airport located in Amritsar, India, at an elevation of 756 ft (230 m).
How many runways does Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport have?
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 12,000 ft / 3,658 m.
Which airlines fly to Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport include Air India Limited, Air Sahara, Jet Airways, Qatar Airways, Spicejet, Turkmenistan Airlines, among 7 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in?
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (UTC+05:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is approximately 2.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport?
The nearest airport to Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport is Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE), about 23.1 nm to the wsw, followed by Beas Airport and Rahwali Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.