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Amritsar Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Amritsar Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

ATQ Airport Overview

amritsar airport guideTo help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport.

What to Expect

Amritsar Airport (code: ATQ) has a small but modern terminal. Facilities are limited to a few eateries and shops. Free WiFi is available to help pass the time.

Sleeping in Amritsar Airport

Seating is limited, so you may be better off sleeping on the ground. Bring a travel mat or extra blanket for warmth on the tile floor. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are located nearby, and some offer free shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info, or read some traveller airport reviews for more tips.

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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.  For more information on Europe’s Schengen Area, click here.

Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in Amritsar Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near the airport:

  • Radisson Blu Hotel Amritsar – Located across from the airport, 4 minutes away. Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates
  • Park Inn by Radisson Amritsar Airport – Free airport shuttle is available. » Check Rates

For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Amritsar, search for deals and read traveller reviews.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!

  • Primus Lounge –  Location: Domestic Departures, Airside, 2nd Floor. Hours: open 24 hours. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge pass (£14.00) • Lounge membership programs.

Drinking Water

Drinking Water – Thirsty? Drinking water stations are available free of charge.

Food & Drinks

At the time of this update, it is unknown if there are any 24-hour options. There are a few snack stores, as well as KFC and Costa Coffee, available.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

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Mobile Charging

Charge your electronic devices at mobile charging stations throughout the terminal.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Showers

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WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Amritsar Airport for 30 minutes. Additional WiFi access is available by purchasing an internet card from the Help Desk or participating retail outlets in the Departures area. Rate: Rs. 20/ – per hour.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? State Bank of India, Union Bank of India and Punjab & Sind Bank have ATMs at various points throughout the terminal. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside, Arrivals Area • Airside, Departure Area.

Baggage Trolleys – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage trolleys are available free of charge.

Baggage Weight Check – Available free of charge in the check-in area.

Children’s Play Area – When you want to ensure your kids burn off all their energy before their flight, take them to the children’s play area. Location: unknown.

Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are available. Location: Unknown.

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in the international terminal. There is also a small variety of retail shops.

Information Desk – The airport’s Help Desk is near the Arrivals Hall exit. Hours: Open 24 hours.

Luggage Wrapping – Services are available.

Medical Services – Urgent and emergency medical care is available. Location: Arrivals Area.

SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Airlines
Amritsar Airport is served by the following airlines: Air India • Air India Express • AirAsia X • Alliance Air • Batik Air Malaysia • IndiGo • Malaysia Airlines • Neos • Qatar Airways • Scoot • SpiceJet • Vistara.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Buses

A free coach bus connects the airport to the Harmandir Saahib (Golden Temple) in the city center.

Hotel Shuttles

A few area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Park Inn by Radisson Amritsar AirportRadisson Blu Hotel Amritsar.

See also Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Taxis are available outside the terminal.

Car Rentals

Car rental company counters are located in the Arrivals Hall.

Last updated: 2024-08-26

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning.  All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice.   The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or  write a review.