Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
IXA
ICAO Code
VEAT
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport serves Agartala (Tripura) and the surrounding region. It handles primarily domestic traffic with occasional international services and sees regional passenger volumes typical of state capitals rather than major metro hubs.

The airport has a single passenger terminal that consolidates check-in, security and arrivals; facilities are geared to domestic and short international services.

Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport
Elevation: 14 m
23.8870, 91.2404

Terminal Guide for Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport #

Agartala airport uses one main passenger terminal building for arrivals and departures, with separate areas for check-in, security screening and baggage reclaim. The terminal handles both domestic flights and limited international processing when scheduled; facilities include basic retail and passenger services.

As there is a single terminal, transfers between flights occur inside the same building; ground transfers to the city depart from the landside forecourt.

Getting to and From Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport #

The airport is located close to Agartala city; travel to the city center typically takes around 20-40 minutes by road depending on traffic. Main options are taxi, local buses and app-based car services.

  • Rail/metro: There is no direct rail or metro link to the airport.
  • Buses: Local/state buses and shared autos serve routes into the city; frequency is lower than for larger airports.
  • Taxis: Metered and pre-paid taxis operate; fares to central Agartala are moderate (short city transfers).
  • Ride-share: App-based services may operate in the city - availability at the airport varies.
  • Driving: Driving time to central Agartala is typically under an hour; roads are straightforward but can be affected by local traffic.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport #

The terminal provides typical regional-airport services suitable for short domestic journeys.

  • Lounges: Major airline lounges are uncommon; public waiting areas are available.
  • Food and drink: Small cafes and kiosks operate landside and airside during scheduled flights.
  • Wi‑Fi: Free or paid Wi‑Fi availability varies; city mobile data is usually reliable.
  • Charging: Limited charging points in the departure area; bring a power bank for peace of mind.
  • Luggage: Basic baggage handling; left-luggage services are unlikely.
  • Accessibility: Ramp access and assistance are normally available on request - notify your carrier or the airport in advance.

Tips for Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport #

  • Taxis and app-based cars are the easiest way to reach central Agartala from the airport - pre-agree fares for non-metered rides if required.
  • If you need an international immigration counter (for occasional international flights), check which terminal/desk is open in advance - international processing may be limited.
  • Local SIM/eSIM top-ups are typically easier to buy in Agartala city than at the airport.
  • Airport bus services are limited; for early-morning or late-evening flights arrange transport ahead of time.

Weather & Climate near Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport #

Climate

Agartala - Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in June) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 33°C. Heavy rainfall (2148 mm/year), wettest in June with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 152 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryNovember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 11°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
11° 25°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
0.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 32°
53%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 30°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.6h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (273 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

273 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.1h daylight

June

June is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (467 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

467 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (391 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

391 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (313 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 32°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

313 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (227 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

227 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (178 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

178 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 29°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
0.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
12° 26°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
0.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
10.6h daylight

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