Jaipur Airport Guide
How to get from Jaipur International Airport to the city — taxis, cabs, distances and tips.
Jaipur International Airport (JAI)
Jaipur International Airport is located in Sanganer, about 13 km south of the city centre. It is a modern, well-connected airport handling domestic flights to all major Indian cities along with a limited number of international routes. It's a compact, easy airport to navigate, with the domestic terminal handling most traffic.
Getting from the airport to the city
- Prepaid taxi — a counter inside the terminal offers fixed fares to major areas; this is the simplest, hassle-free option, typically ₹400–₹700 to central Jaipur.
- App cabs (Ola / Uber) — widely available and usually the cheapest; look for the designated pickup point.
- Auto-rickshaw — cheaper for shorter hops, though less comfortable with luggage; agree the fare or insist on the meter.
- Hotel pickup — many hotels offer airport transfers if arranged in advance.
There is currently no metro connection to the airport, so road transport is the way into town.
Approximate distances & times
- Airport to C-Scheme / MI Road (central) — ~12 km, 25–35 min
- Airport to the walled Old City (Hawa Mahal) — ~13 km, 30–40 min
- Airport to Amer Fort — ~23 km, 45–60 min
- Airport to Jaipur Junction railway station — ~10 km, 25–30 min
Facilities
The airport has ATMs and currency exchange, cafés and snack outlets, car-rental desks, a prepaid taxi counter and lounges. It's generally quick to move through, but arrive with the usual buffer for check-in and security.
Tips for arriving in Jaipur
- Use the prepaid counter or an app cab to avoid fare negotiation late at night.
- Keep your hotel address handy in both English and Hindi.
- Book onward hotels near C-Scheme, MI Road or the Old City for easy sightseeing — see our hotels guide.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Jaipur Airport from the city centre?
Jaipur International Airport is at Sanganer, about 13 km south of the city centre — roughly a 25–40 minute drive depending on traffic.
How do I get from Jaipur Airport to the city?
The easiest options are a prepaid taxi from the counter, an app-based cab (Ola/Uber), or an auto-rickshaw. There is currently no metro line to the airport.
Does Jaipur Airport have international flights?
Yes, Jaipur handles domestic flights plus a limited number of international routes; most traffic is domestic.
Is there a prepaid taxi at Jaipur Airport?
Yes, a prepaid taxi counter operates at the airport with fixed fares to major areas, which avoids haggling.