Bagdogra Airport, International airport in Siliguri, India
Bagdogra Airport is an aerodrome in Bagdogra, West Bengal, India, handling both civilian and military flights. The terminal sits at an elevation of 123 meters and operates a runway measuring 2,754 meters in length, surfaced with concrete and asphalt.
The Indian government granted this facility limited international airport status in 2002. This decision allowed direct connections to destinations such as Bangkok and Paro.
This airport serves as an arrival point for travelers heading into the mountain regions of West Bengal and Sikkim. Many passengers use the connection to reach tea estates and monasteries in the nearby hills.
Taxis and buses run regularly from the terminal to larger towns across northern West Bengal. Travelers should allow extra time for onward journeys into mountainous areas due to winding roads.
This facility charges no taxes on aviation fuel, making it one of the few such sites in India. This policy reduces operating costs for airlines landing here.
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