Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
GAU
ICAO Code
VEGT
Airport Type
Large Airport
Class
International

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) serves Guwahati and northeastern India; passenger traffic is in the low millions and the airport handles domestic and a limited number of international flights. It is the region’s principal aviation gateway.

The airport has a single integrated terminal with separate zones for domestic and international processing; check-in, security and baggage claim are centralized with gates accessed from the airside concourse.

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
Elevation: 49 m
26.1067, 91.5852

Terminal Guide for Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

GAU operates from a single terminal building with distinct areas for domestic and international check-in and immigration. Gates and passenger amenities are grouped within a central airside concourse; airline lounges and services are located in the departures hall.

Getting To and From Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

The airport is located a short distance from Guwahati city centre; travel time by car is typically 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.

  • Taxi / rideshare: Taxis and app-based ride services are available; fares to the city centre are moderate.
  • Bus / public transport: Local buses and airport shuttles operate on set routes but may be slower than taxis with luggage.
  • Driving / parking: Short-term parking and rental car services are available at the terminal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

The terminal provides standard facilities for regional international travel.

  • Lounges: Airline and pay-per-use lounges may be available; confirm access with your carrier.
  • Food & drink: Cafés and quick-service restaurants operate landside and airside.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is generally available for limited periods; charging points are found in gate areas.
  • Luggage & services: Rental car desks, currency exchange and passenger assistance are available; left-luggage services are uncommon.
  • Accessibility: The airport supports accessible travel and airlines can arrange assistance on request.

Hotels and Layovers at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

Several hotels are located near Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and in Guwahati city; many provide airport shuttles. For bookings, use parent chain sites such as marriott.com or hilton.com.

Tips for Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

  • If you’re flying internationally into GAU, have immigration documents ready - processing can be manual and officers may ask questions about onward travel.
  • Traffic to and from Gauhati (Guwahati) can be heavy during peak hours - allow extra road time for city transfers.
  • SIM cards and mobile top-ups are available at kiosks in the city; airport options vary by operator and hours.

Weather & Climate near Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport #

Climate

Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1742 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 131 Unhealthy (Sg)
Best Time to Visit
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
11° 23°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.6h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.

89 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
16° 30°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 31°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
1.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.7h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Heavy rain (266 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

266 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (331 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

331 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.6h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (343 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

33°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

343 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
13.5h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 34°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

34°
Feels Like Hot
29°C
Temperature
25° 32°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

254 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.9h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (180 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

180 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
0.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and mostly sunny skies.

95 Ideal

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
13° 24°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
0.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.4h daylight

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