Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
LKO
ICAO Code
VILK
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
Unknown

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport serves Lucknow and the surrounding region with domestic and international flights. The airport handles a mix of scheduled domestic services and international connections; passenger traffic includes significant seasonal and business volumes.

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport
Elevation: 124 m
26.7606, 80.8893

Terminal Guide for Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow) #

The airport operates multiple terminal areas separating domestic and international functions; check your airline’s terminal assignment before travel as operations may be split between terminals and concourses. Passenger facilities include check-in halls, security screening, immigration for international arrivals and a consolidated baggage claim area landside.

Getting to and From Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow) #

The airport is connected to Lucknow city by road and has public transit options; travel to central Lucknow typically takes 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and exact start/end points.

  • Taxi / ride‑share: Taxis and app-based services provide direct transfers; fares vary by distance and traffic.
  • Bus / shuttle: Airport buses and city buses link the airport with central locations; timetables vary.
  • Metro / rail: The Lucknow metro network has been extended in recent years to improve airport access in stages; consult local sources for the current station and service pattern.
  • Driving / rental car: On-site parking and rental cars are available for self-drive passengers.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow) #

The airport offers a range of passenger services consistent with a medium-sized Indian international airport.

  • Lounges: Airline and pay-per-use lounges are available for domestic and international travellers.
  • Food & drink: A mix of sit-down restaurants, cafés and fast-food outlets are available both landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is generally provided; charging points are available in seating areas.
  • Accessibility: Full accessibility services are offered; notify your airline or the airport ahead of arrival for assistance.

Hotels and Layovers at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (Lucknow) #

Hotels are widely available in Lucknow city rather than immediately at the airport; many business and chain hotels offer airport shuttles. For overnight layovers, book in central Lucknow for the widest choice.

Tips for Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport #

  • Terminal assignments can change with operational needs-check your airline’s terminal and gate information before travel.
  • If you plan to use the Lucknow metro or other public transit, verify the latest route and station serving the airport as services have been extended in phases.
  • For international arrivals, immigration and customs are handled through the international processing area-allow extra time during peak arrival periods.

Weather & Climate near Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport #

Climate

Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with very hot summers (peaking in May) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 41°C. Moderate rainfall (994 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 162 Unhealthy
Best Time to Visit
MarchNovemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
49°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

83 Excellent

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
23°
48%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
11° 26°
42%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
16° 33°
31%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is hot with highs of 38°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
21° 38°
22%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

May

May is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 26°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
26° 41°
24%
Humidity
Dry

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 34°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
33°C
Temperature
27° 39°
41%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 35°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (286 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
30°C
Temperature
26° 34°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

286 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 35°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (306 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

35°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
26° 33°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

306 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 33°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (168 mm).

69 Good

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 33°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

168 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and clear sunny skies.

91 Ideal

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.2
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

97 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
13° 28°
54%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
24°
50%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

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